Description
This Sweet Potato Chowder recipe is a comforting and creamy dish perfect for chilly days. Featuring tender sweet potatoes pureed into a smooth chowder with aromatic spices, sautéed vegetables, and a touch of coconut milk or cream, it offers a rich yet healthy flavor profile. Easy to prepare on the stovetop, this chowder can be garnished with fresh herbs for a vibrant finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
Liquids & Fats
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Spices & Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables have softened and developed flavor.
- Add Sweet Potatoes: Stir in the diced sweet potatoes and cook with the sautéed vegetables for another 2 to 3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Add Broth: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, ensuring all vegetables are fully submerged in the liquid.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Puree the Chowder: Remove the pot from heat. Use an immersion blender directly in the pot to purée the chowder until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until creamy.
- Add Cream and Spices: Return the pureed chowder to the pot and stir in the coconut milk or heavy cream. Add the ground cumin and smoked paprika, then season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Warm Through: Heat the chowder over medium-low heat for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors together, stirring occasionally.
- Garnish and Serve: Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot for a delightful, comforting meal.
Notes
- You can use vegetable broth to make this chowder vegetarian or chicken broth for a richer flavor.
- Coconut milk gives a subtle sweetness and dairy-free option; heavy cream adds richness and creaminess.
- If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half of the soup and leave the rest chunky.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper at the end to your personal preference.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro add a fresh, vibrant note as garnish.
