Sweet and Smooth Sweet Potato Soup

Sweet and Smooth Sweet Potato Soup

A smooth soup made by blending steamed sweet potato and sauteed onion with milk, then simmering until thick.

Translated from Korean by AI and not yet checked by a native speaker. Amounts and numbers are taken directly from the original recipe. Read the Korean original →

Sweet and Smooth Sweet Potato Soup — finished dish
Summary

This sweet, velvety soup is made by blending steamed sweet potato with butter-sauteed onion and milk, then simmering gently. Taking less than 20 minutes to make, it is perfect for a low-appetite morning or a light meal. Pair it with grated cheese or dip crusty bread into it for an even more satisfying bowl.

Servings
2 servings
Cook time
20 minprep not included
Difficulty
Easy
Spiciness
Not spicy

Ingredients

  • Sweet potato1, 200 g (large)
  • Onion1/3
  • Milk2 cups
  • Butter1 tbsp
  • Salt1/4 tsp
  • Ground black peppera little
Measurements · 1 tbsp = 15 ml (a heaping regular dinner spoon) · 1 tsp = 5 ml (a heaping teaspoon) · 1 cup = 200 ml (a Korean measuring cup or small paper cup, not the 240 ml US cup)
  • If you replace 1 cup of the 2 cups of milk with chicken broth or chicken stock, the soup will have a deeper, richer flavor.
  • If you have grated Parmesan cheese, adding 1 to 2 tbsp while simmering makes it even more savory and nutty.

Steps

  1. Steps — step photo
  2. Steps — step photo

    1. Prepare 1 large steamed sweet potato and 1/3 onion.

    Peel the sweet potato, then roughly chop both the sweet potato and onion.

    2. In a heated pan, add 1 tbsp of butter and the onion, then saute until the onion turns translucent.

  3. Steps — step photo
  4. Steps — step photo

    3. Add the sweet potato and sauteed onion to a blender and pour in the milk.

    If you replace 1 cup of the 2 cups of milk with chicken broth or chicken stock, the soup will have a deeper, richer flavor.

    4. Blend until completely smooth.

  5. Steps — step photo
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    5. Pour the blended mixture into a pot and bring it to a simmer, stirring constantly so it does not scorch.

    6. Once it reaches the right thickness, season to taste with a little salt and ground black pepper, then remove from the heat.

Ppunwife's tips

  • If you have grated Parmesan cheese, adding 1 to 2 tbsp while simmering makes it even more savory and nutty.
  • Dipping bread into the soup makes it a hearty, filling meal.

FAQ

Is there a tip to make the soup richer and more savory?

If you replace 1 cup of the 2 cups of milk with chicken broth or chicken stock, the flavor will be much deeper and more savory.

What ingredient should I add for an even richer, nuttier flavor?

Add 1 to 2 tbsp of grated Parmesan cheese while simmering, or grate fresh cheese over the finished soup to add an extra layer of savory flavor.

What should I keep in mind when simmering the soup in a pot?

Pour the blended mixture into the pot and stir continuously so the bottom does not burn, cooking until it reaches the desired thickness.

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