PERFECT SPLIT PEA SOUP

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This is a carrot and ginger split pea seasoned with smoked paprika and lemon pepper. The key is using all fresh ingredients.

Provided by Kipp Schoenwald

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Split Pea Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons butter
½ small sweet potato, diced
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup water
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
4 carrots, shaved into strips using a vegetable peeler
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, minced
6 cups chicken stock
1 pound dried split peas
1 teaspoon chopped marjoram
1 ounce freshly shaved Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 pinch smoked paprika, or to taste
1 pinch lemon pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over high heat; add sweet potato, salt, and 1/4 cup water. Cook and stir just until sweet potato is soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over low heat; add onion, carrot, garlic, and ginger; cook and stir until onions are brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Place chicken stock, split peas, and marjoram in a pressure cooker. Cover pressure cooker with lid and cook soup according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat; open pressure cooker carefully.
  • Stir cooked sweet potatoes and onion-carrot mixture into split pea mixture. Garnish with Parmesan cheese; season with paprika and lemon pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.9 calories, Carbohydrate 57.3 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 21.6 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 1263.6 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

Baby Munganga
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Qamar cabdiasis Qamar
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This soup is the perfect way to use up leftover ham. It's a delicious and easy way to make a meal.


Hashim Malik
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I love the addition of the vegetables to this soup. It makes it so nutritious.


rafi simo
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so affordable. It's a great way to feed a family on a budget.


Z S H Studio
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I've never been a fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Muhammad Abubakar futuk
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This soup is perfect for a cold day. It's hearty and warming.


Mujeebullah Bismil
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I love the creamy texture of this soup. It's so comforting.


Joy Brian
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Abdur Nur
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I love the smoky flavor of the ham bone in this soup.


Genesis munoz
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This soup is hearty and filling. It's perfect for a winter meal.


Mr qadoos
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I've never made split pea soup before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great!


zaherkhanzaherkhan zaherkhanzaherkhan
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This soup is so flavorful and satisfying.


jasmine Bradford
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I like to add a little bit of cayenne pepper to this soup for a bit of a kick.


Julie Boyer
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This soup is perfect for a crowd. It's easy to double or triple the recipe.


Luvly Smith
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I love the creamy texture of this soup.


Hazel Kersh
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This soup is delicious and healthy. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Mike 'The Warrior' Speirs
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I've made this soup several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


Jeffrey Hoffmeester
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This soup is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can make it.


anoosha mateen
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I love the addition of the ham bone to this recipe. It gives the soup a delicious smoky flavor.


Roxanne Tutton
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This split pea soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make.