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Groundnut soup
Put the chicken in a pot with the chopped onion, garlic, half the blended onion-ginger and a teaspoon of salt. Add 500 ml of the stock, cover and simmer 20 minutes.
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How long does Groundnut soup take?
1 hr 30 min all in — 20 min prep, 1 hr 10 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Medium heat.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Peanuts. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Dairy-free, Gluten-free.
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What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Stockpot, Blender, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1½ tsp.
What can I use instead?
Chicken → Goat meat on the bone. Simmer the goat for an hour before the tomato goes in.
What should I watch for?
Peanut soup sticks and scorches. Stir down to the base every few minutes.
Any tips from this recipe?
If the soup is too thick, add hot water. It should be the consistency of single cream, not a sauce. A smoked fish head or a few dried prawns in the pot is the chop-bar secret. Add with the stock.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.