Hearty Yellow Split Pea Soup with Frankfurters
This comforting and nourishing soup is perfect for any day, but especially delightful on New Year's Day as a hearty start to the year. Inspired by the culinary genius of Nigella Lawson, this dish combines the earthiness of yellow split peas with the savory richness of frankfurters. The blend of aromatic vegetables creates a fragrant base, while the smooth texture of the split peas offers a satisfying warmth. Ideal for family lunches or a cozy snack, this soup is both simple to make and incredibly fulfilling. Serve it as a meal in itself or pair it with crusty bread for a delightful dining experience.
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Onion
1 (peeled and roughly chopped)
Carrot
1 (peeled and roughly chopped)
Garlic Clove
1 (peeled)
Celery Stick
1 (roughly chopped)
Vegetable Oil
2 tablespoons (for sautéing)
Mace
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
Yellow Split Peas
2 1/4 cups (rinsed and drained)
Vegetable Stock or Chicken Stock
5 cups (as needed)
Bay Leaves
2 (whole)
Frankfurters
8 (sliced or chunked)
Instructions
1
Start by preparing the vegetables. Peel the onion, carrot, and garlic, and chop the onion and carrot into rough chunks. Place them along with the roughly cut celery into the bowl of a food processor and blitz until finely chopped.
2
In a heavy-based wide saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables from the processor and sauté for 5-10 minutes until they soften but do not brown.
3
Stir in the ground mace, ensuring it is well distributed. Add the rinsed yellow split peas, stirring until they are well-coated with the oil and mixed with the cooked vegetables.
4
Pour in the 5 cups of stock and add the bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat. Simmer for about an hour or until the peas are tender and the soup has thickened, adding more stock if necessary to achieve your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
5
Prepare the frankfurters separately. You can either slice them into small chunks and stir them into the soup just before serving, or heat them in the microwave for about 40 seconds, slice them, and add them to each bowl individually as you serve.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearty Yellow Split Pea Soup with Frankfurters?
It is a comforting and nourishing soup that combines yellow split peas with savory frankfurters and aromatic vegetables.
Who inspired this recipe?
This recipe is inspired by the culinary work of Nigella Lawson.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What are the main vegetables used in the base?
The base is made from onion, carrot, garlic, and celery.
How should I prepare the vegetables for the soup?
Peel and roughly chop the onion, carrot, and garlic, then blitz them along with the celery in a food processor until finely chopped.
What type of peas are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 1/4 cups of rinsed and drained yellow split peas.
What kind of stock is recommended?
You can use either vegetable stock or chicken stock.
How much stock is required?
You will need 5 cups of stock, plus more if needed to reach your desired consistency.
What is the unique spice used in this dish?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of ground mace for an aromatic flavor.
How long should the soup simmer?
The soup should simmer for about an hour or until the peas are tender.
When should I add the frankfurters?
Frankfurters can be stirred into the soup just before serving or added to individual bowls.
How many frankfurters are needed?
The recipe requires 8 frankfurters.
Can I heat the frankfurters in the microwave?
Yes, you can heat sliced frankfurters in the microwave for about 40 seconds before adding them to the soup.
Is this recipe suitable for New Year's Day?
Yes, it is described as a delightful and hearty start to the year on New Year's Day.
What type of saucepan should be used?
A heavy-based wide saucepan is recommended for cooking the soup.
Do I need to brown the vegetables?
No, you should sauté the vegetables for 5-10 minutes until they soften but do not brown.
When do I add the bay leaves?
Add the 2 bay leaves to the pan along with the stock before bringing the mixture to a boil.
Is this soup considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy, nourishing, and hearty meal.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized under Lunch/Snacks.
What can I serve with this soup?
It is delicious when paired with crusty bread.
Can this soup be made vegetarian?
Yes, by using vegetable stock and a vegetarian frankfurter alternative.
How do I know when the peas are cooked?
The peas are done when they are tender and the soup has naturally thickened.
Should I cover the pan while simmering?
Yes, cover the pan after reducing the heat to a simmer.
How much oil is used for sautéing?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
What is the texture of the soup?
The soup has a smooth texture from the split peas combined with finely chopped vegetables.
Can I adjust the consistency of the soup?
Yes, you can add more stock if you prefer a thinner consistency.
Is garlic included in this recipe?
Yes, one peeled garlic clove is blitzed with the other vegetables.
Does the recipe use dried or fresh peas?
It uses dried yellow split peas that have been rinsed and drained.
What is the serving size?
The serving size is not specifically defined, but the recipe makes enough for 8 people.
What aromatic herb is used in the simmering process?
Two whole bay leaves are used to infuse the soup with flavor while it simmers.