G-nut Soup Recipe

G-nut soup, also known as groundnut soup, is a popular dish in Uganda. It is a hearty and flavorful soup made with groundnuts (peanuts), vegetables, and meat. G-nut soup is often served as a main course with matooke (steamed green bananas) or ugali (a stiff cornmeal porridge).   

G-nut soup is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients and is a very nutritious and filling soup that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.

Here is a recipe for G-nut soup:

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil   
  
   
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 cup groundnuts (peanuts)
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped potatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped green beans
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute more.  
   
    

    
2. Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.
3. Add the diced tomatoes and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Add the groundnuts, carrots, potatoes, and green beans. Simmer for 15 minutes more, or until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot with matooke or ugali.

Enjoy!