East african vegetable soup

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1mediumOnion, chopped
8cupsVegetable stock or water
1teaspoonEach ground cumin, ginger
½teaspoonCinnamon
¼teaspoonCayenne
1largeCarrot, sliced
1cupTomatoes, chopped
cupCorn kernels
2cupsRed potatoes, chopped
cupCreamy peanut butter
½cupBoiling water
4cupsGreen cabbage, chopped
1cupGreen beans, sliced
1mediumBanana (optional)

Directions

In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook onion in ½ cup of the vegetable broth until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in spices and cayenne and cook for 1 minute. Add remaining vegetable broth, carrots, tomatoes, corn, and potatoes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter and boiling water. Add to pot along with cabbage and green beans. Stir well to combine and simmer for 15 minutes. Serve garnished with banana slices.

Posted to CHILE-HEADS DIGEST V3 #238 by MadameR@... on Feb 15, 1997.