SMOKY SPLIT PEA SOUP

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Split pea soup recipes are often flavored with ham hocks, but this veg version gets its smoky taste from smoked paprika and chipotle chiles. Sweet potatoes and split peas are good sources of potassium, which lowers blood pressure. If split peas are old(after about 1-2 years) they will not get tender, so check the date. Adapted from Vegetarian Times magazine(Feb. 2010).

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Onions

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup split peas
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (can add more to taste)
1 teaspoon chopped chipotle chile, canned in adobo sauce (more if you like it really spicy)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
1 teaspoon oregano, chopped (optional)
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced (3 cups, you can use winter squash if you like instead or even carrots)
2 medium onions, diced (3 cups)
3 celery ribs, diced (1 cup)
4 -6 garlic cloves, minced (4 tsp.)
6 cups water (or vegetable stock)
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • Soak split peas in large bowl of cold water overnight(some reviewers said they boiled the peas for 30 or 40 minutes rather than soaking and it worked fine).
  • Heat oil in 3-qt. saucepan over medium heat. Add paprika, chipotle, and cumin if using, and stir. Add sweet potato(or squash), onions, and celery, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Cover, and cook 10 minutes, or until onions are soft and translucent. Add garlic, and sauté 2 minutes.
  • Drain split peas, and add to pot with 6 cups water(I use about 4 cups vegetable stock and 2 cups water). Bring soup to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 1 hour. Add tomatoes, and cook 30 minutes more, or until split peas are tender.

Joseph Howard
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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Adrian Vallejo
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sahaj Manandhar
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I've never made split pea soup before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!


Annet Mall
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This soup is perfect for a casual meal with friends or family.


Blanca Terry
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I'm not a big fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful.


David Brako Bonsu
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Isaac Vella
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I love the smokiness of this soup. It's so unique and flavorful.


Shelton Tali
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


H Movies
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a winner. The flavor is amazing and it's so hearty and filling.


Saleem Malik
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests.


Sabin Kc
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover ham.


Robiul Hossin
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This soup is absolutely delicious! The smokiness from the ham hocks and paprika gives it a really unique and flavorful taste.


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