Best 3 Spiced Split Pea Soup Recipes

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Discover the delightful flavors of spiced split pea soup with our collection of tantalizing recipes. Embark on a culinary journey that blends the hearty goodness of split peas with an aromatic symphony of spices. From traditional family favorites to innovative twists on this classic dish, our recipes promise a taste sensation that will warm your soul and nourish your body. Immerse yourself in the comforting aroma of simmering split peas, gently infused with the warmth of cumin, coriander, and a touch of cayenne. Explore variations that introduce delightful textures and flavors, such as the addition of smoked ham hocks, earthy lentils, or a vibrant medley of vegetables. Whether you prefer a smooth and creamy soup or a rustic, chunky texture, our recipes cater to every palate. Join us on this culinary adventure and let the flavors of spiced split pea soup captivate your senses.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CURRIED YELLOW SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH SPICED COCONUT



Curried Yellow Split Pea Soup with Spiced Coconut image

An easy Indian-spiced split pea soup with curry and fennel seeds topped with crunchy coconut chips and fragrant spices.

Provided by Carla Lalli Music

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Soup/Stew     Pea     Coconut     Seed     Healthy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Vegetarian     Vegan

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

Soup:
2 tablespoons coconut, olive, or vegetable oil
1 medium red onion, chopped
4 large carrots, scrubbed, chopped
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
2 teaspoons Madras curry powder
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
12 ounces yellow split peas
6 cups chicken stock, low-sodium chicken broth, or water
Coconut and assembly:
1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 teaspoons coconut, olive, or vegetable oil
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
Kosher salt
Cilantro leaves (for serving)

Steps:

  • Soup:
  • Heat a large heavy pot over medium and pour in oil. Add onion and carrots, season with a five-finger pinch of salt, and cook, stirring often, until vegetables are very tender and just taking on a hint of color at the edges, about 5 minutes. Lightly crush fennel seeds with a mortar and pestle, or roughly chop them. Add fennel seeds, curry, and mustard seeds to pot and cook, stirring, until fragrant (the mustard seeds may begin to pop), less than a minute. Add split peas, stir to coat, then add stock and 4 cups water. Increase heat and bring to a boil, then simmer, stirring occasionally and adding more water if soup looks too thick, until split peas are very tender and some are starting to disintegrate, 50-55 minutes.
  • Mash soup with a potato masher until split peas are in small pieces and soup is textured but creamy (if you prefer a smoother soup, use an immersion blender directly in the pot). Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt.
  • Coconut and assembly:
  • While the soup is simmering, lightly crush coriander, fennel, and mustard seeds.
  • Heat oil in a small skillet over medium and cook coconut flakes and spices, stirring constantly, until spices are sizzling and coconut is golden brown, about 1 minute. Transfer to a plate, season with salt, and let cool (coconut will crisp as it cools).
  • Serve soup topped with spiced coconut and cilantro.

SPICED SPLIT PEA SOUP



Spiced Split Pea Soup image

A hint of curry adds the perfect amount of kick to this family pleasing soup. Just assemble the ingredients in the slow cooker and go about your day while it cooks. -Sue Mohre, Mount Gilead, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h25m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup dried green split peas
2 medium potatoes, chopped
2 medium carrots, halved and thinly sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 bay leaves
4 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

Steps:

  • In a 4-qt. slow cooker combine first 12 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until peas are tender, 8-10 hours., Stir in tomatoes; heat through. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 347mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

YELLOW SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH SPICED YOGURT



Yellow Split Pea Soup With Spiced Yogurt image

From the Williams-Sonoma Beans and Rice cookbook. While the yogurt sauce is good, we prefer it without. Instead, we just use a large amount of cilantro. This mildly gingery soup is best when served hot, but it is also good chilled. The distinctive yogurt topping is similar to Indian raita, a blend of yogurt and various spices.

Provided by OliveLover

Categories     Beans

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups yellow split peas
3 tablespoons butter
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
7 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock or water)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (fresh coriander)

Steps:

  • Pick over and discard any damaged peas or stones. Rinse the peas. Drain.
  • In a soup pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and carrot and saute, stirring, until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Add the ginger and stock or water and the rinsed peas. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently until the peas are completely soft, 45-60 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Use a blender, food processor or hand blender to puree until smooth. Thin with water or stock, if necessary. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, to make the garnish, in a small bowl whisk together the yogurt, turmeric, cumin, ground coriander and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Ladle the soup into individual bowls. Drizzle with the spiced yogurt and sprinkle with the cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 26.3, Sodium 466.1, Carbohydrate 43.6, Fiber 13.2, Sugar 10.6, Protein 20.2

Tips:

  • Use a variety of spices to give the soup a rich and flavorful taste. Cumin, coriander, and turmeric are all good choices.
  • Don't be afraid to add some heat to the soup with chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • If you don't have any split peas, you can use lentils or beans instead.
  • Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream and some naan bread.

Conclusion:

Spiced split pea soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile soup that can be easily customized to your own taste. So experiment with different spices and ingredients until you find a combination that you love.

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