Thai Sweet Potato with Crab Soup Recipe
Overview
Warm up your winter nights with this comforting Thai Sweet Potato with Crab Soup, a delightful creation from Darlene King, a Cordon Bleu-trained chef and owner of a gourmet food shop in Port Hope, Ontario. This soup combines the earthy sweetness of yams with the richness of crab meat and aromatic Thai spices, all simmered in creamy coconut milk. It’s perfect for those chilly evenings when you crave something cozy yet exotic.
- Recipe Name: Thai Sweet Potato with Crab Soup
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Recipe Category: Yam/Sweet Potato
- Keywords: Crab, Potato, Onions, Vegetable, Thai, Asian, Winter, < 60 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Small Appliance, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 398.2
- Fat: 32.8g
- Saturated Fat: 22.7g
- Cholesterol: 15.5mg
- Sodium: 443.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 18.4g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 4.9g
- Protein: 11.7g
Ingredients
- 2 onions
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 2 cups cooked crab meat
- 1 roasted red pepper, diced
Instructions
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large pot. |
| 2 | Saute onion until translucent, about 3 minutes; add garlic and saute for 30 seconds. |
| 3 | Add Thai red curry paste, ground coriander, and ground cumin. Saute for another 30 seconds. |
| 4 | Add diced sweet potato and saute for 30 seconds longer. |
| 5 | Pour in vegetable or chicken stock and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until sweet potatoes are tender, about 20-30 minutes. |
| 6 | Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Ladle the soup into a food processor and blend until smooth. |
| 7 | Pour the blended soup back into the pot. Add cooked crab meat and diced roasted red pepper. Reheat gently until warmed through. |
| 8 | Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or Thai basil if desired. Enjoy your Thai Sweet Potato with Crab Soup! |
Recipe Notes
- Make sure to adjust the spiciness level by adding more or less Thai red curry paste according to your preference.
- For a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender directly in the pot instead of transferring to a food processor.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove before serving.
Additional Tips
- Choosing Crab Meat: Use fresh or canned crab meat for convenience. Lump crab meat works well for its texture and flavor.
- Variations: Substitute shrimp or chicken for the crab for a different twist. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Garnishes: Besides cilantro or Thai basil, chopped peanuts or a squeeze of lime juice can add extra flavor and texture.
Enjoy the warmth and flavors of this Thai-inspired soup, perfect for embracing the coziness of winter nights or impressing guests with its exotic flair!
