Creamy Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup with Harissa
A velvety, vegetarian soup blending sweet potatoes, coconut milk, and spicy harissa, topped with roasted chickpeas and toasted coconut flakes. Perfect for a cozy, wholesome meal.
Equipment
- 1 pot For boiling sweet potatoes
- 1 Blender To blend the soup
- 1 Baking Tray For roasting chickpeas
- 1 Skillet For toasting coconut flakes
- 1 Spoon For stirring and garnishing
- 1 Bread knife To slice sourdough
Ingredients
- 350 g Sweet Potato (cubed) Peeled and diced into small cubes
- 30 g Chickpeas (canned, drained) Toss with harissa paste for roasting
- 10 g Coconut Milk (Full Fat) For blending into soup
- 5 g Harissa Paste For chickpeas and oil drizzle
- 3 g Toasted Coconut Flakes For garnish
- 1 slice Sourdough Bread (Vienna Slice) Toasted, served on the side
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil For roasting chickpeas
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add cubed sweet potatoes and a splash of water or vegetable stock. Cook for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Blend the cooked sweet potatoes with coconut milk until smooth. Return to the pot and heat gently.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss chickpeas with harissa paste and olive oil, spread on a baking sheet, and roast for 20 minutes until crisp.
- Toast coconut flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden. Set aside.
- Pour the warm soup into bowls. Place a portion of harissa-roasted chickpeas in the center.
- Drizzle with a touch of coconut milk and harissa paste mixed with olive oil for a spicy finish. Sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes.
- Serve with a slice of toasted sourdough bread on the side.
Notes
- For extra richness, swirl in Greek yogurt or a vegan yogurt alternative.
- Add protein by topping with grilled tofu, shredded chicken, or a poached egg.
- For a smoky twist, stir in smoked paprika or chipotle powder.
- Bulk up the soup with lentils, quinoa, or wild rice.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like coriander, parsley, or microgreens.
- Use wide, shallow bowls and spiral coconut milk for a beautiful presentation.