CROCK POT INTERNATIONAL SPLIT PEA SOUP

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In Canada, it is a traditional Quebec dish, made with split yellow peas and flavoured with salt pork. Citizens of the Middle East are likely to enjoy a vegetarian version, seasoned with cumin and lemon. This recipe borrows a bit from each of these cuisines. I like to serve this soup steaming hot with plenty of fresh, dark bread, coleslaw and sliced Cheddar cheese. It makes a great winter meal.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Pork

Time 12h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups yellow split peas, soaked, drained and rinsed (See TIPS, below)
2 onions, diced
4 stalks celery, peeled and thinly sliced
3 carrots, peeled and diced
2 potatoes, peeled and diced
1 smoked ham hock
1 tablespoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black peppercorns
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In slow cooker stoneware, combine all ingredients except lemon juice and parsley.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 12 hours or on High for 6 hours, until vegetables are tender and broth is well flavoured.
  • Remove ham hock and stir in lemon juice.
  • Ladle into bowls an garnish with parsley.
  • TIPS: Traditionally, yellow split peas are not soaked before cooking, but I have found that they can be tough unless they are pre-soaked.
  • To be safe, I suggest the following: Bring the peas and 6 cups water to boil.
  • Boil rapidly for 1 minute, then let sit while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
  • Drain and rinse before adding to the recipe.
  • Smoked ham hocks are available from butchers and can often be found in the meat section of well-stocked supermarkets.
  • They are wonderful flavour enhancers, particularly for legumes.
  • VARIATION: South-western-Style Split Pea Soup: In a heatproof bowl, soak 2 New Mexico chillies in 2 cups boiling water for 30 minutes.
  • Drain and discard liquid and stems.
  • Chop finely.
  • Add to soup along with onions and other ingredients.
  • For a spicier version, add 1 finely chopped jalapeno pepper along with the reconstituted chillies.
  • To serve, top with sour cream and garnish with finely chopped cilantro instead of parsley.
  • MAKE AHEAD: This soup can be cooked overnight, then refrigerated until ready to serve.
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Mumuni Salifu
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling.


Sariyah Body
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Ngozi Igwegbe
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a great soup to freeze for later.


Ani Iremashvili
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. I love the addition of the ham and vegetables.


shahid manzoor
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day.


Lubna Begum
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This soup is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sk NiHADNN
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Carelle Alam
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I love that this soup is made in the crock pot. It's so easy to just throw all the ingredients in and let it cook all day.


Nabirye Moureen
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a great soup to freeze for later.


Alexis Osornio
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Bernice Hlodze
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


Victoria Duenas
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I'm not a big fan of split pea soup, but this recipe was really good. The ham and vegetables added a lot of flavor.


Eyouel Berhe
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use frozen peas.


Yadhu Shigan
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I've made this soup several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


Charity Obeng
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, creamy, and filling.


Sami Abdu
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Peter Nelson
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This soup is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cold winter day.


Yasir Siddiqui
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the crock pot and let it cook all day.


Chris Jennings
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I've never been a fan of split pea soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of the ham and vegetables gave it so much flavor!


Slog Tv
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This crock pot split pea soup was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and comforting, and the soup was hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.