Curried Yellow Split Pea Soup Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened.
• STEP 2.Add garlic, curry powder, cumin, and turmeric to the pot, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
• STEP 3.Add yellow split peas, vegetable broth, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes or until the split peas are tender.
• STEP 4.Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If using a regular blender, blend in batches and be careful with the hot liquid.
• STEP 5.Return the blended soup to the pot and season with salt and pepper to taste. If the soup is too thick, add more water or broth to reach the desired consistency.
• STEP 6.Serve the Curried Yellow Split Pea Soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Soaking the yellow split peas overnight can help reduce the cooking time.
• If you prefer a chunkier soup, you can skip blending the soup and leave it as is.
• Feel free to customize the soup by adding other vegetables like potatoes or spinach.
• For an extra kick of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
• Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Curried Yellow Split Pea Soup hot with a side of crusty bread or naan.
• Garnish the soup with fresh cilantro or parsley for added freshness.
• Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the soup on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.