Savory Curry Split Pea Soup with Smoked Ham
Warm up with this comforting and flavorful twist on traditional split pea soup, packed with the rich, smoky essence of ham and aromatic curry spices. Perfect for utilizing leftover holiday ham, this dish is both hearty and nutritious, making it a favorite for the whole family. Let your slow cooker do the magic as it melds all the ingredients into a delightful, creamy soup that's sure to leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Servings
310
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
dried split peas
1 lb (rinsed and drained)
smoked pork hocks or ham bone
1 lb (none)
cooked ham
1.5 cups (cubed)
celery
1.5 cups (coarsely chopped)
onion
1 cup (chopped)
carrot
1 cup (coarsely chopped)
curry powder
3-4 teaspoons (to taste)
dried marjoram
1 tablespoon (crushed)
bay leaves
2 (none)
ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (none)
water
6 cups (none)
Instructions
1
In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, combine the rinsed split peas, smoked pork hocks or ham bone, cubed cooked ham, chopped celery, diced onion, chopped carrot, curry powder, crushed marjoram, bay leaves, and black pepper.
2
Pour in the 6 cups of water and stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
3
Cover the slow cooker and set it to low-heat setting, cooking for 9 to 11 hours, or optionally on high-heat setting for 4.5 to 5.5 hours, until the peas are tender and the flavors have melded.
4
Once cooking is complete, carefully remove and discard the bay leaves.
5
Take out the smoked pork hocks, allowing them to cool slightly before handling.
6
Remove the meat from the hocks, discarding any bones and fatty pieces. Coarsely chop the meat into bite-sized pieces.
7
Return the chopped meat to the soup, stirring until well combined. Adjust seasoning as needed, and serve hot.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
41g
Carbs
25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Curry Split Pea Soup with Smoked Ham?
It is a comforting and flavorful twist on traditional split pea soup, featuring smoky ham and aromatic curry spices.
What size slow cooker is recommended for this recipe?
A 5- to 6-quart slow cooker is recommended.
How long does the soup take to cook on the low-heat setting?
On the low-heat setting, the soup should cook for 9 to 11 hours.
Can I cook this split pea soup on high heat?
Yes, you can cook it on the high-heat setting for 4.5 to 5.5 hours.
Do I need to soak the split peas before cooking?
No, the recipe only requires the dried split peas to be rinsed and drained.
What kind of meat is used in this soup?
The recipe uses a combination of smoked pork hocks or a ham bone along with 1.5 cups of cubed cooked ham.
How much water is needed for the soup?
The recipe calls for 6 cups of water.
What vegetables are included in the recipe?
The soup includes chopped celery, diced onion, and chopped carrots.
What spices are used to flavor the soup?
The soup is flavored with curry powder, crushed dried marjoram, bay leaves, and ground black pepper.
How much curry powder should I add?
You should use 3-4 teaspoons of curry powder, or adjust it to your personal taste.
What should I do with the bay leaves after cooking?
The bay leaves should be carefully removed and discarded once cooking is complete.
How are the smoked pork hocks handled after the soup is done?
Remove the hocks from the soup, let them cool, remove the meat from the bones and fatty pieces, chop the meat, and return it to the soup.
Is this recipe good for using leftover ham?
Yes, it is described as a perfect way to utilize leftover holiday ham.
How many calories are in a serving of this soup?
Each serving contains approximately 310 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
The soup provides 25g of protein per serving.
How much fat is in the Savory Curry Split Pea Soup?
The soup contains 5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this soup?
There are 41g of carbohydrates per serving.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are a total of 11 ingredients required.
What is the recommended preparation for the celery?
The celery should be coarsely chopped.
How much dried marjoram is used?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of crushed dried marjoram.
How many bay leaves are needed?
Two bay leaves are used in the recipe.
How much onion should be added?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped onion.
Is this soup considered healthy?
Yes, the recipe tags include 'healthy' and it is described as nutritious.
Can I adjust the seasoning after the soup is finished?
Yes, the instructions suggest adjusting the seasoning as needed before serving.
What is the texture of the soup once cooked?
The slow cooker melds the ingredients into a delightful, creamy soup.
What is the weight of the dried split peas used?
The recipe uses 1 lb of dried split peas.
How much ground black pepper is used?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Is this a good family meal?
Yes, it is noted as a favorite for the whole family.
How much carrot is added to the slow cooker?
One cup of coarsely chopped carrot is used.
What should be discarded from the pork hocks?
You should discard the bones and any fatty pieces from the hocks.