Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🍵 300 g of dried split peas | 🧅 3 onions |
| 🥕 4 carrots | 🍗 2 chicken bouillon cubes |
| 🌿 1 bouquet garni | 🧂 Salt |
| 🧂 Pepper | 🛢️ Olive oil |
Utensils
| 🥣 Large salad bowl | 🍲 Pressure cooker |
| 🔪 Kitchen knife | 🥄 Wooden spoon |
| 🍴 Soup spoons | 🥕 Peeler |
| 🌿 Bouquet garni | 💧 Measuring cup |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 1 hour
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Soaking time: 1 hour (soaking the peas)
Cooking time: 20 minutes
STEP 1: Thoroughly wash the split peas and let them soak in hot water for about one hour.
STEP 2: Drain the split peas and place them in a pot with one liter of water and a bouquet garni.
STEP 3: Add salt and pepper to taste, then bring to a boil while stirring.
STEP 4: Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes until the peas are tender.
STEP 5: Remove the bouquet garni and blend the soup with an immersion blender to achieve a creamy texture.
STEP 6: Serve hot in bowls, adding a spoonful of thick cream and chopped parsley for garnish.
Preparing a split pea soup at home is within everyone’s reach. The necessary ingredients, such as split peas, vegetables, and the bouquet garni, can be easily found in stores. This simple and economical recipe allows you to enjoy a comforting and nourishing dish.
Soaking the split peas before cooking helps improve their digestibility. Emulsified with a bit of fresh cream, the soup is even creamier. To vary the flavors, feel free to add bacon or potatoes, which enriches the taste and texture.
Finally, serve your soup hot, sprinkled with fresh parsley, for a colorful and aromatic touch. Don’t wait any longer to try this good recipe!
