Go Back
–+ servings
28. Australian Pea and Ham Soup Recipe

Australian Pea and Ham Soup

A great way to repurpose any leftover ham into a satisfying supper.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
3 from 2 votes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Soaking Time: 1 hour
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Australian
Keyword: Australian Pea and Ham Soup, Australian recipe
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 273 kcal
28. Australian Pea and Ham Soup Recipe

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Immersion blender or regular blender
  • Cutting board and Chef's knife
  • wooden spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. dried split peas
  • 1 ham hock or ham bone
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 8 cups water
  • 2 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Rinse the split peas and remove any debris. Soak the peas in cold water for 1 hour or overnight.
  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain the split peas and add them to the pot. Stir to combine with the vegetables.
  • Add the ham hock or ham bone, water, and bay leaves to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours or until the peas are tender and the ham is falling off the bone.
  • Remove the ham hock or bone and bay leaves from the pot. Discard the bay leaves and shred the ham into small pieces, discarding any fat or gristle.
  • Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, leave it chunky if desired.
  • Add the shredded ham back to the pot and heat until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Soak the split peas for at least 1 hour before cooking to reduce the cooking time.
Use a slow cooker to cook the soup for a hands-off approach.
Use a hand-held immersion blender for easier blending and less clean-up.
Freeze any leftover soup for an easy meal on a busy day.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 601mg | Potassium: 758mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 7g
Tried this recipe yet?Click the stars above or below to rate and/or leave a comment below!