A thin, fragrant soup made from diluted groundnut paste with vegetables and chicken, served as a warming starter or light meal.
Instructions
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Dissolve groundnut paste in one cup of chicken stock, stirring until smooth with no lumps remaining.
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In a pot, sauté onion and garlic in a splash of oil for three minutes until softened.
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Add diced chicken and brown lightly for five minutes, then add tomatoes and carrots.
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Pour in remaining chicken stock and the dissolved groundnut mixture, stirring well to combine.
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Simmer for twenty minutes on low heat until chicken is cooked through and soup is creamy.
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Season with salt and pepper, ladle into bowls, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Did You Know?
Groundnut soup is often the first course at Ugandan wedding receptions, served in small cups as guests arrive and settle in.
The Story Behind G-Nut Soup
Groundnut soup represents the lighter side of Ugandan peanut cookery, contrasting with the thick groundnut sauce served over starches. This soup tradition is especially strong in central and western Uganda, where it is served as a welcoming dish to guests. The thin, creamy consistency makes it ideal as a starter or a nourishing meal for the sick and elderly.
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