American bean and peanut soup

Name: American bean and peanut soup - Romina J.
Ingredients: 150 g peanuts; 1 bunch green onion; 200 g celery; 2 medium potatoes; 1 tbsp peanut oil; 500 g tomatoes (canned); possibly a bit of vegetable soup from a packet; 3 tbsp chopped thyme leaves; 3 tbsp chopped thyme; 800 g dried beans (canned); salt; freshly ground pepper; 5 drops of Tabasco; 1/2 bunch cilantro (or parsley leaves)

Soups - American bean and peanut soup by Romina J. - Recipia

American soup is a surprising choice for those accustomed to traditional Romanian soups. This recipe stands out with a combination of unusual ingredients and intense flavors, bringing a touch of diversity to your menu. Although it may seem strange at first glance, each bite will take you on a fascinating culinary journey. To prepare this soup, you will need the following ingredients: 500 g of beef or chicken, 2 medium potatoes, 2 carrots, 1 celery, 1 red bell pepper, 1 onion, 2 cloves of garlic, 1 can of chopped tomatoes, 1 liter of meat broth (or water), 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, pepper, and a few spices such as sweet paprika and thyme. For an extra flavor, you can also add a few bay leaves. The first step is to prepare the meat. Cut the meat into suitable cubes and sauté it in a large pot with the heated olive oil. Sauté the meat for about 5-7 minutes until it turns brown. Then, add the finely chopped onion and crushed garlic, continuing to cook until the onion becomes translucent. Next come the vegetables. Add the diced carrots and celery, mixing well to combine the flavors. Then, add the potatoes and bell pepper, mixing again. After a few minutes, add the can of tomatoes and the meat broth or water. Let everything simmer on low heat for about 30-40 minutes until the vegetables become tender. To intensify the flavor of the soup, add the spices: salt, pepper, sweet paprika, and thyme, as well as the bay leaves. It is important to adjust the spices to your taste so that you achieve a perfectly balanced soup. Let the soup simmer for another 10 minutes so that the flavors blend harmoniously. American soup is served hot, ideal for cool days, but also as a comforting meal at any time of the year. You can add sour cream or freshly chopped parsley to give it an extra touch of freshness. This recipe will not only delight your taste buds but will also bring a touch of originality to your table. Don't hesitate and try to prepare this delicacy!

Preparation

1. Half of the peanuts are ground, the rest are fried in a dry pan. The onion and celery are cut into 1 cm wide rings, and the potatoes are cut into small cubes. 2. Peanut oil is heated in a pan, the vegetables are added and fried briefly, and ground peanuts are sprinkled on top. Tomatoes and possibly a little broth are added, and everything is allowed to simmer for a while. The vegetables are added and cooked for another 20 minutes. 3. The beans are left in a strainer to drain, then placed in a pot and left for 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Tabasco. 4. The coriander leaves are finely chopped and mixed into the soup. The remaining peanuts are sprinkled on top. American soup can be served with sour cream or coconut milk.