Split Pea Soup — Unwritten Recipes (2024)

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Felicia Levinson

Dried Split Peas, Canola Oil, Yellow Onion, Garlic Cloves, Chicken Broth, Carrots, Kosher Salt, Black Pepper

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Soups

Felicia Levinson

Dried Split Peas, Canola Oil, Yellow Onion, Garlic Cloves, Chicken Broth, Carrots, Kosher Salt, Black Pepper

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In our house true love = split pea soup…at least for one of us. I kid you not. So with Valentine’s on its way, it seems as good a time as ever to share someone’s favorite legume-filled bowl with all you lovely people. Read on and I’ll explain…

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My husband adores split pea soup, particularly this vegetarian version. The rest of us? Not so much. When the temps start dropping, you can be sure he starts dropping little split pea soup hints and eventually, I break down and make him a pot. Last year with all the craziness, I didn’t get around to it and when he recently waxed poetic about the warm, comforting and nutritious benefits found in a bowl of his beloved soup, I decided to take pity on the man and make the soup. However, when I looked for the recipe on this site, I realized that I’d never ever shared it.

Thus, today—Split Pea Soup in all its hearty, green splendor.

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Oh, the things we do for love!

Makes 8-10 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes; Cook Time: 1 ½-2 hours

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce bag dried split peas

  • ¼ cup canola oil

  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, mined

  • 2 quarts water or chicken broth

  • 5-6 carrots, peeled and diced

  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

The Recipe

1. Rinse the peas in a colander with cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.

2. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and let cook for a few minutes, stirring often, until they become softened and translucent but not browned. Add the garlic and stir constantly for about 1 minute. Pour in the water or chicken broth, carrots and rinsed peas and stir. Bring to a boil and then lower the heat to a simmer and let cook for 1 ½ -2 hours, until peas are very tender and soup is thick. Taste and season with salt and pepper. If soup seems too thick, you can thin it out with water. Ladle into bowls and serve.

3. Soup keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Enjoy!

Note: Recipe loosely adapted from Mama Leah’s Jewish Kitchen by Leah Loeb Fischer. Over the years, I’ve strayed more and more from the original recipe, but this is where it all started.

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FAQs

How do you add flavor to a bland split pea soup? ›

Using onions, garlic, and fresh spices like thyme will add flavor to the soup. The real trick to making a bland pea soup extra tasty is using a bone or ham hock in the soup during the cooking process. Chicken broth will also add flavor to the soup.

What is the difference between split pea soup and pea soup? ›

Pea Variety: The main difference lies in the type of peas used. Split pea soup is typically made from dried split peas, while green pea soup is made from fresh or frozen green peas. Texture: Split pea soup has a thicker and heartier texture compared to green pea soup.

How do you doctor up canned split pea soup? ›

Ham: make it extra hearty by adding some diced ham to your soup. Extra herbs: if you have a stocked spice cabinet, try adding some oregano and thyme to your soup, or extra black pepper. Potato: add a diced potato and simmer until the potatoes are soft to make this soup extra filling.

How do you make split pea soup less bland? ›

If you want to take a shortcut, you could use bouillon cubes or paste to provide both meaty flavor and salt, though pork is a lot harder to find than chicken or beef. Salt and pepper you can just stir in.

How do you add depth of flavor to soup? ›

"If your broth is lacking in savory richness, try adding roasted onion, tomato paste, mushrooms, seaweed, soy sauce, or miso. These ingredients add umami flavor and depth to broth," she says. The choice of ingredient depends on the recipe, though.

How do I fix bland tasting soup? ›

Add acidity: A squeeze of lemon or lime juice, a dash of vinegar, or a splash of wine can brighten the flavors of a soup and make it taste more complex. Experiment with different cooking methods: Roasting or caramelizing vegetables before adding them to the soup can bring out thei.

How to jazz up pea soup? ›

Onion, lots of garlic, bay leaves, oregano and thyme make this soup taste amazing. We recommend using fresh thyme for the best taste.

How do you rescue bland soup? ›

If a soup is tasting bland in the bowl, consider adding acid rather than salt. A squeeze of lemon or lime, or a dash of yogurt or sour cream can add brightness to the bowl. Our Lemony Chicken Soup will make your mouth water.

What can I add to soup to make it less bland? ›

Use fresh, good quality ingredients like vegetables and herbs. Add a little bit of vinegar or lemon juice to your soup to make it taste better. Use a high-quality broth or stock as a base for your soup. Roast or caramelize your vegetables before adding them to your soup to bring out their natural sweetness.

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