CARIBBEAN SWEET POTATO SOUP WITH GINGERED SHRIMP

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Caribbean Sweet Potato Soup With Gingered Shrimp image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h35m

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 small sweet potatoes (about 3 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch-thick pieces
2 1/4 cups unsweetened coconut milk
6 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, shelled and deveined
4 large bananas, peeled and cut across into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes, lightly toasted
1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • To make the soup, combine the sweet potatoes, 1 cup of coconut milk and the chicken broth in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer until the potatoes are soft, about 15 minutes. Place in a food processor and puree until smooth. Mix in the remaining coconut milk and the salt. Reheat before serving, and stir in the lime juice and additional salt, if needed.
  • To make the condiments, combine the ginger, lemon juice, oil and salt in a shallow dish. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Preheat the broiler. Remove the shrimp from the marinade and broil until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Set aside. Place the bananas on a greased baking sheet and broil until nicely browned, about 3 minutes. Place the shrimp, bananas, coconut, almonds and cilantro in separate bowls.
  • Ladle the soup into 6 bowls. Serve, passing the condiments, including Tabasco, separately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 807, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 26 grams, Sodium 1500 milligrams, Sugar 25 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Davie Jodern
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of sweet potatoes and shrimp. It's a great soup to serve on a cold winter day.


Solomon Yanis
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors are well-balanced and the shrimp is cooked perfectly.


Christopher Shelby
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, creamy, and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet potatoes and shrimp.


Girija K Shiva
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Anis Jokhio
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I love the addition of ginger to this soup. It gives it a really nice depth of flavor.


Moha 123
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables.


Thina Busakwe
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but I was pleasantly surprised. The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp is cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Zuheb Kamran
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This soup is absolutely delicious! The flavors are amazing and the shrimp is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Umar S asif
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish to serve at a party or potluck.


Farhan Ahmed Polash
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of sweet potatoes, shrimp, and ginger. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Sylvia Taff
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family! The kids loved the sweet potatoes and the adults raved about the shrimp. The ginger adds a really nice depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Smwal Osman
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This Caribbean Sweet Potato Soup with Gingery Shrimp is an absolute delight! The flavors are vibrant and complex, with the perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and acidity. The shrimp are cooked to perfection, and the soup is rich and creamy. I highl