Spicy Sweet Potato Soup

Name: Spicy Sweet Potato Soup
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon neutral-tasting oil, such as canola or safflower; 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds, crushed; 1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 1 piece (2 inches) fresh ginger, peeled and cut into fine strips; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 small hot chile (such as Thai bird chile), finely chopped (ribs and seeds removed for less heat, if desired); 3 canned whole plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 3 1/2 cups homemade or reduced-sodium store-bought chicken or vegetable broth; Coarse salt; 1 sweet potato (about 8 ounces), peeled, quartered lengthwise, and cut crosswise into 1/4-inchthick pieces; Lime wedges, for serving; Cilantro sprigs, for serving (optional)

January 26, 2012

The toasted turmeric, coriander, and cumin in this Indian-influenced soup have soothing, anti-inflammatory benefits, and add so much flavor, there’s little need for salt. With only one tablespoon of oil in the whole pot, the soup is also low in fat.

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