Australian Pea and Ham Soup
273kcal
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
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Immersion blender or regular blender
- Cutting board and Chef's knife
- wooden spoon
Method
- 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!
Nutrition
Serving1servingCalories273kcalCarbohydrates36gProtein19gFat6gSaturated Fat1gCholesterol13mgSodium601mgPotassium758mgFiber16gSugar7g