African Crock-Pot Soup With Peanut Butter and Lentils

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 2
African Crock-Pot Soup With Peanut Butter and Lentils
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Prep

10 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

8 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 medium yellow onion , chopped
1/4 cup sliced green onion
2 bell peppers , chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cans diced tomatoes with juice
4 cups beef stock
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon new mexico chile powder
1 teaspoon aleppo pepper
1/2 cup uncooked brown lentils
1/4 cup uncooked brown rice
1 cup natural-style peanut butter , no sugar added

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
414
Sugar
11g
Fat
21g
African Crock-Pot Soup With Peanut Butter and Lentils is a hearty and satisfying soup that is perfect for those cold winter nights. This soup is a unique combination of savory and slightly sweet flavors that come from the peanut butter and ancho chile powder. The lentils and rice provide a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, making it a filling and nutritious meal. This soup is easy to prepare in a crockpot and allows for the flavors to meld together over time, resulting in a delicious and comforting bowl of soup. Serve with a slice of crusty bread for an even more satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.In a crockpot, combine onion, bell peppers, green onion, garlic, diced tomatoes with juice, beef stock, cumin, ancho chile powder, new mexico chile powder, and aleppo pepper.
2.Cover and cook on low heat for 6 hours.
3.Add lentils and rice to the crockpot and continue cooking on low heat for another 2 hours.
4.In a separate bowl, mix natural-style peanut butter with 1 cup of the hot soup from the crockpot until fully combined. Pour this mixture into the crockpot and stir until well combined.
5.Cover and cook on low heat for an additional 30 minutes.

PROS

This soup is packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats from the lentils, rice, and peanut butter.

The crockpot method makes it easy to prepare and allows for the flavors to meld together over time.

CONS

This soup may not be suitable for those with peanut allergies or a low-carb diet.

The long cooking time may not be practical for those with busy schedules.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, which can help promote satiety and lower cholesterol levels.
Peanut butter is rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber, which can also help promote satiety and improve heart health.
Lentils are a good source of iron, which can help boost energy levels and support healthy red blood cells.

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