Jamie Oliver’s Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup is prepared using sweet potatoes, red lentils, coconut milk, red onions, cumin seeds, and ground coriander, and it can also include kale. Serve this delicious Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup with Chicken Nuggets, bonefish grill mussels or Scallion Sushi Roll.
Jamie Oliver Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup Ingredients
- 125g red lentils
- 750g sweet potatoes
- 1 x 400g tin of light coconut milk
- 2 red onions
- ½ tablespoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 fresh red chili
- ½ bunch fresh coriander
- 1 liter organic vegetable stock
- 1 lemon
How To Make Jamie Oliver Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Peel and chop the sweet potatoes and onions into 2cm chunks.
- Season and Roast: Place the veggies on a baking tray. Sprinkle cumin seeds, ground coriander, salt, and pepper. Drizzle olive oil and toss. Roast for 40-45 minutes until golden.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat some olive oil. Add sliced garlic, chili, and coriander stalks. Sauté until golden.
- Cook Lentils: Add red lentils to the pot. Stir and add hot vegetable stock and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
- Blend and Serve: Once veggies are roasted, add them to the pot. Blend the soup to your desired texture. Add lemon juice and adjust seasoning. Top with remaining coriander leaves.
What To Serve With Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup
Pair your Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup with flavorful sides like Bombay Grilled Sandwich for a spicy kick, or Homemade Naan Breads for dipping. A Simple Rocket Salad or Coriander Lime Rice adds freshness, while Oven-Baked Courgette Fritters offers a cheesy, green alternative.
How To Store Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup
In The Fridge:
Store the Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 4 days.
In The Freezer:
Pour the cooled Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup into freezer-safe bags or containers. Label with the date and freeze for up to 3 months.
How To Reheat Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup
To reheat, thaw your Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup in the fridge overnight if it’s frozen. Warm it up in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot. If the soup has thickened, you can add a little water or stock to reach your desired consistency.
Check out More Soup Recipes From Jamie Oliver:
- Jamie Oliver Pumpkin Chestnut Soup
- Jamie Oliver Italian Tomato Soup
- Jamie Oliver Sweet Potato Chorizo Soup
Jamie Oliver Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup
Description
Jamie Oliver’s Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup is prepared using sweet potatoes, red lentils, coconut milk, red onions, cumin seeds, and ground coriander, and it can also include kale. Serve this delicious Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup with Bombay Grilled Sandwich, Homemade Naan Breads, Simple Rocket Salad, and Oven-Baked Courgette Fritters.
Jamie Oliver Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup Ingredients
How To Make Jamie Oliver Lentil And Sweet Potato Soup
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Peel and chop the sweet potatoes and onions into 2cm chunks.
- Season and Roast: Place the veggies on a baking tray. Sprinkle cumin seeds, ground coriander, salt, and pepper. Drizzle olive oil and toss. Roast for 40-45 minutes until golden.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat some olive oil. Add sliced garlic, chili, and coriander stalks. Sauté until golden.
- Cook Lentils: Add red lentils to the pot. Stir and add hot vegetable stock and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
- Blend and Serve: Once veggies are roasted, add them to the pot. Blend the soup to your desired texture. Add lemon juice and adjust the seasoning. Top with remaining coriander leaves.