For an extra creamy texture, remove some of the pork belly pieces and use an immersion blender to puree a portion of the soup before serving. Stir the pork belly back in afterward. Adjust the amount of water or broth depending on your desired thickness. Consider adding a splash of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice at the end to brighten the flavors. Garnish with a swirl of crème fraîche or a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an elegant touch.
Split Pea Soup with Pork Belly
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME2 hrs 15 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS30
Indulge in this heartwarming Split Pea Soup, elevated with the rich, savory depth of pork belly. A comforting classic reimagined, perfect for a cozy evening.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate32 g
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Cholesterol5 mg
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Fiber13 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium177 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
15 mins
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped onion and diced pork belly over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent and the pork belly is nicely browned. This should take approximately 10-15 minutes.
02
Step
5 mins
Pour in the water, vegetable broth, and white wine. Stir in the rinsed split peas, ground thyme, celery seed, and bay leaves. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
03
Step
2 hrs
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer gently, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Continue simmering for about 2 hours, or until the split peas are tender and the soup has reached your desired consistency. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
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Tyrell Anderson
Jun 23, 2025I pureed half of the soup for a creamy texture, and it turned out perfectly!
Reid Zieme
May 15, 2025This soup is amazing! The pork belly adds such a depth of flavor.
Coty Hills
Apr 6, 2025So easy to make, and my family loved it. Will definitely make it again!
Syble Hackett
Mar 28, 2025The tip about freezing is great. I made a big batch and have been enjoying it all week.
Rachelle Olson
Mar 20, 2025I added a ham hock along with the pork belly for an extra layer of smokiness. Delicious!
Laura Hudson
Feb 24, 2025I used chicken broth instead of vegetable broth and it still tasted great!
Shemar West
Feb 9, 2025I like to top it with croutons and a swirl of cream for extra flavor and texture.
Westley Crist
Jan 19, 2025This recipe is a keeper!