Easy African Tomato Soup Recipe

Hey friends!

Looking for a bowl of comfort? I’ve got you covered!

Today, I’m diving into a delicious recipe for African tomato soup.

This soup is rich, flavorful, and packed with spices that’ll warm you right up.

Perfect for chilly nights or when you just need something cozy.

Let’s whip up this tasty dish together!

african tomato soup
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Preparation Time 10-15 minutes
Cooking Time 30-40 minutes
Total Time 40-55 minutes
Level of Difficulty Medium

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as refined coconut oil)
  • 3 medium yellow onions, diced
  • 2 generous pinches of kosher salt
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely grated
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon harissa paste
  • 1 tablespoon freshly minced ginger or ginger juice
  • 2 large red bell peppers, deseeded and diced
  • 5-6 cups vegetable broth, preferably homemade
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can whole tomatoes
  • 1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (100g)
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas (drained and rinsed, from a 15-ounce can)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat couscous
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chopped black olives
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Step 1: Sauté the Onions

In a 6-quart Dutch oven or small stockpot, heat 1 tablespoon of refined coconut oil or another neutral oil over medium-high heat.

Once the oil is shimmering, add 3 chopped medium yellow onions and 2 large pinches of kosher salt.

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened and are beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.

Step 2: Add Aromatics and Spices

Turn the heat down to medium, then add 3 grated garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 tablespoon harissa paste, and 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (or ginger juice if using).

Cook until the mixture becomes fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Step 3: Cook the Bell Peppers

Add 2 large chopped red bell peppers to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.

If the mixture becomes dry, add a bit of the broth to keep it moist.

Step 4: Add Tomatoes and Broth

Pour in 5 cups of vegetable stock, 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can of whole tomatoes, and 1 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer.

Let it simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 5: Prepare Other Ingredients

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring.

african tomato soup
Image: mollyshomeguide.com / Photographer Molly

african tomato soup
Image: mollyshomeguide.com / Photographer Molly

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