Plantain and Groundnut Soup

Name: Plantain and Groundnut Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Liberian
Ingredients: 4 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced; 1 cup roasted groundnuts, ground to paste; 500g chicken, cut into pieces; 2 large onions, chopped; 3 large tomatoes, blended; 2 scotch bonnet peppers; 2 bouillon cubes; 1 tbsp tomato paste; Salt to taste; 4 cups water

Plantain and Groundnut Soup (PLAN-tin groun-nut soup)

Plantain Peanut Soup

⏱ Prep Time 50 min

📈 Difficulty Medium

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 486 kcal

A creamy, nutty soup combining ripe plantain with ground roasted peanuts in a rich broth with chicken — sweet, savoury, and uniquely Liberian.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 24.0g

Carbs 48.0g

Fat 22.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ peanuts

Equipment Needed

large pot blender wooden spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: deep bowl

Garnishes: ground peanut sprinkle

Accompaniments: rice, fufu

Ingredients

4 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced
1 cup roasted groundnuts, ground to paste
500g chicken, cut into pieces
2 large onions, chopped
3 large tomatoes, blended
2 scotch bonnet peppers
2 bouillon cubes
1 tbsp tomato paste
Salt to taste
4 cups water

Instructions

1
Season chicken with salt and boil until tender, about 30 minutes.
2
Add blended tomatoes, onions, tomato paste, and peppers. Cook 15 minutes.
3
Add plantain slices and cook until soft, about 10 minutes.
4
Stir in groundnut paste. Simmer on low heat 10 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking.
5
Season with bouillon and salt. Serve with rice or fufu.

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Did You Know?

This soup bridges sweet and savoury in a way that surprises first-time tasters — the ripe plantain gives it a natural sweetness that complements the peanuts perfectly.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

large pot
blender
wooden spoon

Garnishing

ground peanut sprinkle

Accompaniments

rice, fufu

The Story Behind Plantain and Groundnut Soup

This soup combines two of Liberia's most important crops — plantain and groundnuts — into a single, protein-rich dish. It reflects the agricultural abundance of the region and the ingenuity of Liberian cooks who create complex flavours from simple ingredients.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch or dinner 📜 Origins: Traditional Liberian cooking

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