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Pea Soup

Publicado: Feb 29, 2020 · Modificado: Aug 24, 2023 Por Angela Giraldo · 666 Palabras · 4 minutos de lectura

Thinking about what to prepare for lunch these days can sometimes be tiresome, which is why we're introducing this recipe: a pea soup, a simple yet flavorful dish that will surely meet your expectations.
Total: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
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Pea soup is an incredibly tasty and nutritious dish. The ingredients used are highly beneficial for our health, especially carrots and peas themselves. For these reasons and many more, it's worth giving it a try.

pea soup

Pea Soup

In our recipe, you'll discover a unique way to prepare this delicious pea soup and will be delighted once the whole cooking process is finished. Stay with us and cook along.

What is pea soup?

This soup is crafted with the rich flavor of peas, also known as "guisantes" in other countries. It's a very traditional dish in Colombian households.

In other nations, it's referred to as "guisante soup," but in these recipes, the peas are mashed until they turn into a purée. This dish is commonly served hot, especially during the winter months.

How to make pea soup?

First, rinse the peas thoroughly and boil them in water. Finely chop the bell pepper and celery, as well as the garlic. Peel and dice the carrot into small cubes. In a skillet, heat some oil and sauté the previously chopped vegetables until they're soft.

Add thyme, cumin, and a pinch of salt to the skillet. Sauté for another minute and remove from heat. Peel the potato and cut it into small pieces. Mix the sautéed ingredients into the pot with the peas, along with the potato and bay leaf.

Add more water if necessary, and let it simmer for about 40 minutes or until everything is soft. Make sure to stir occasionally to blend the flavors. Once everything is soft, adjust the seasoning, add salt and pepper, stir in finely chopped cilantro, and mix well. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Dish with pea soup

What to pair with this soup?

This soup can be accompanied by a serving of rice, fried plantain patties (patacones), or even meat with vegetables. Pair this dish with a cold beverage.

Tips and recommendations

Always use green peas, as they cook much faster. If using dried peas, remember to soak them overnight and boil until softened before adding the other ingredients.

Sautéing the vegetables before adding them to the soup will intensify the flavor.

Benefits of eating peas

Peas provide vitamins from the A, B, and C complexes. Additionally, they contain beta-carotene, which counteracts premature aging.

They are rich in minerals such as phosphorus, potassium, and iron.

Peas are an excellent source of fiber, helping reduce high cholesterol and blood sugar levels. They also promote healthy bowel function, preventing constipation. Fiber often induces a feeling of fullness.

Recommended recipes

  • Spring Rice: A recipe where you can incorporate the flavor of peas.
  • Meatball Soup: For a change from pea soup, how about one with meatballs? Delicious.
  • Egg Tortilla Soup: A recipe my grandmother used to make for breakfast. Give it a try!

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Pea Soup

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Tiempo Preparación: 10 minutes minutes
Cocción: 1 hour hour
Total: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
Plato: Lunch
Cocina: Colombian
Palabra Clave: pea soup
Raciones: 4
Calories: 137kcal
Autor: Angela Giraldo

Ingredients

  • 250 g of green peas.
  • 1 small stalk of celery.
  • 1 carrot.
  • Oil.
  • 1 teaspoon of thyme.
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin.
  • Cilantro.
  • 1 large potato.
  • 1 bay leaf.
  • 2 garlic cloves.
  • ½ red bell pepper.
  • ½ onion.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Water.

Notas

  • If you're using dried peas, remember to soak them overnight and cook until softened before adding the other ingredients.
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Instructions

  • Rinse the peas thoroughly and boil in water.
  • Finely chop the bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Peel and dice the carrot into small cubes.
  • In a skillet, heat some oil and sauté the previously chopped vegetables until they're soft.
  • Add thyme, cumin, and a pinch of salt to the skillet. Sauté for another minute. Remove from heat.
  • Peel the potato and cut into small pieces.
  • Mix the sautéed ingredients into the pot with the peas, along with the potato and bay leaf. Add more water if necessary and simmer for about 40 minutes or until everything is soft. Stir occasionally.
  • Once everything is soft, adjust the seasoning, add salt and pepper, stir in finely chopped cilantro, and mix well. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 734mg | Potassium: 736mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5955IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg
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