Best 4 North Croatian Green Peas Soup Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey to North Croatia, where hearty and comforting dishes warm the soul. Among these gems is the iconic green peas soup, lovingly crafted with fresh green peas, aromatic vegetables, and a touch of smoked meat for an irresistible smoky flavor. Indulge in a symphony of textures and flavors as you savor each spoonful of this traditional Croatian delight.
This comprehensive guide presents a collection of authentic North Croatian green peas soup recipes, each with its unique charm. Dive into the classic recipe that stays true to the traditional flavors, or explore variations that add a modern twist. Discover the secrets of preparing the perfect broth, selecting the finest ingredients, and achieving a velvety smooth texture that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventure, these recipes will guide you every step of the way. Learn the art of simmering the soup to perfection, balancing the flavors, and adding the finishing touches that elevate this dish from ordinary to extraordinary.
So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of North Croatia. With these recipes as your guide, you'll be able to recreate this beloved soup in your own kitchen and share the warmth and comfort of Croatian cuisine with your loved ones.
NORTH CROATIAN GREEN PEAS SOUP
This is one of my grandmother recipes I have decipher from her manuscript. I am making the soup today, so this is how it goes:
Provided by nitko
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 5 portions, 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Clean the green peas and put it into hot water for 5 minutes. Grate of slice carrot and sauté on butter; after a while, mince onion and sauté both on butter until onion is translucent.
- Add finely sliced pancetta and sauté not more than 5 minutes. Add flour and fry about 2 minutes, than add cold water and make creamy liquid (like sauce veloute).
- Cut green parts of spring onion, mince parsley and celery leaves and add into pot. Add green pea and about 1 liter of beef stock. Add salt and pepper.
- Cook until green peas are soft. When soft, remove green pea and blend it into puree (leave 1/6 of peas untouched). You can blend it with stick blender so you do not have to remove geen pea. Add thyme and cook 15 minutes.
- At the end add sour cream and minced chive. Serve with croutons.
SIMPLE HEALTHY GREEN PEA SOUP
Recovering from surgery and a bad case of strep throat, I threw this together to aid my body through recovery. Eating this soup is a great way to pack in the nutrients. Light, clean, filling, and full of flavor. My kids love it. I just add a little milk to cool it down so they can eat it right away.
Provided by Zebraf301
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot butter until golden and translucent, about 10 minutes. Stir garlic into onions and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir peas and dill into onion mixture and pour in enough chicken broth to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until hot, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir milk into soup.
- Puree soup with an immersion blender or pour pea soup into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 878.9 mg, Sugar 10.2 g
NORTH CROATIAN CREAMY VEGETABLE SOUP
This is traditional vegetable soup you can get almost in any better Croatian restaurant. There are some basic vegetables you put in it, but your imagination can work here.
Provided by nitko
Categories Cauliflower
Time 1h15m
Yield 5 portions, 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Finely mince onion and sauté it on butter until translucent.
- In the meantime, cut and mince all vegetables into small pieces and put into sautéed onion.
- Add all beef stock, season with salt and pepper and cook 40 minutes or until vegetables are soft.
- Blend all vegetables with blender or stick blender into creamy liquid. Add thyme and nutmeg and cook 10-15 minutes.
- Add sour cream before serving. Serve hot with croutons.
NORTH CROATIAN GREEN PEAS STEW ("GRASAK CUSPAJZ")
This is very simple spring stew. It is recommended to use fresh green peas not canned. So, before starting to cook, remove peas from shuck. It is a boring job but must be done.
Provided by nitko
Categories Stew
Time 40m
Yield 4 portions, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in a pot and add flour. Fry it until becoming brownish than add water and make creamy liquid.
- Add some water and when boils add all green peas, parsley leaves, salt, and thyme.
- Add water just to cover peas and cook abut 30 minutes or peas become soft.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.9, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 622.2, Carbohydrate 54, Fiber 18.6, Sugar 20.6, Protein 19.9
Tips:
- To make the soup extra creamy, use an immersion blender to puree some of the peas before adding the remaining peas and water. This will create a smooth and velvety texture.
- If you don't have an immersion blender, you can also puree some of the peas in a regular blender or food processor.
- Be sure to use fresh, young peas for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh peas, you can also use frozen peas.
- Don't overcook the peas. They should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
- Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs, such as dill or chives.
Conclusion:
This North Croatian Green Peas Soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up fresh peas when they are in season. The soup is creamy, flavorful, and satisfying, and it is sure to become a family favorite.
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