Traditional Chinese Sweet Potato & Ginger Dessert Soup

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 1

Traditional Chinese Sweet Potato & Ginger Dessert Soup Recipe to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 large sweet potatoes
	2 inches fresh gingerroot , skinned and sliced ( approx . 45g )
	3 1/2 cups water
	8 dried red dates ( optional )
	1 slab raw brown sugar ( approx . 60g , if not available , can be substituted with rock sugar )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

170

Sugar

17g

Fat

Sweet potato ginger soup is a traditional Chinese dessert that is popular in the winter months. It's made with sweet potatoes, ginger, brown sugar, and dried red dates, and is typically served warm. Sweet potato soup is a comforting dish that can be enjoyed as a dessert or even as a snack. It's sweet and gingery, which makes it perfect for colder weather. This soup is great for vegetarians, as it is made with plant-based ingredients, and is very easy to make.

Instructions

1.	Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into cubes.
2.	Place sweet potatoes, ginger slices, and water into a pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
3.	Once it starts boiling, reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
4.	Add dried red dates and raw brown sugar (or rock sugar) and continue to stir.
5.	Once the sugar has dissolved, let it simmer for another 10 minutes.
6.	Remove from heat and let it cool for a while.
7.	Use a blender to blend the sweet potato mix until smooth.
8.	Serve hot or chilled.
9.

PROS

This sweet soup is warm and comforting, with a sweet and gingery taste that’s perfect for winter.

Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamins and minerals and are low in fat.
Ginger is a natural anti-inflammatory and can help boost the immune system.

CONS

This dessert soup is sweetened with brown sugar, which is still high in sugar content, so should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber, potassium, and vitamins A and C. They contain antioxidants that protect against cell damage and may help prevent chronic disease. Ginger has anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties, and has been shown to help with digestion and nausea.