Crock Pot International Split Pea Soup Recipe

Name: Crock Pot International Split Pea Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups yellow split peas, soaked, drained and rinsed (See TIPS, below); 2 onions, diced; 4 stalks celery, peeled and thinly sliced; 3 carrots, peeled and diced; 2 potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 smoked ham hock; 1 tablespoon cumin seed; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cracked black peppercorns; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

Servings: persons

2 cups yellow split peas, soaked, drained and rinsed (See TIPS, below)
2 onions, diced
4 stalks celery, peeled and thinly sliced
3 carrots, peeled and diced
2 potatoes, peeled and diced
1 smoked ham hock
1 tablespoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black peppercorns
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

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In slow cooker stoneware, combine all ingredients except lemon juice and parsley.
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Cover and cook on Low for 12 hours or on High for 6 hours, until vegetables are tender and broth is well flavoured.
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Remove ham hock and stir in lemon juice.
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Ladle into bowls an garnish with parsley.
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TIPS: Traditionally, yellow split peas are not soaked before cooking, but I have found that they can be tough unless they are pre-soaked.
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To be safe, I suggest the following: Bring the peas and 6 cups water to boil.
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Boil rapidly for 1 minute, then let sit while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
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Drain and rinse before adding to the recipe.
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Smoked ham hocks are available from butchers and can often be found in the meat section of well-stocked supermarkets.
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They are wonderful flavour enhancers, particularly for legumes.
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VARIATION: South-western-Style Split Pea Soup: In a heatproof bowl, soak 2 New Mexico chillies in 2 cups boiling water for 30 minutes.
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Drain and discard liquid and stems.
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Chop finely.
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Add to soup along with onions and other ingredients.
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For a spicier version, add 1 finely chopped jalapeno pepper along with the reconstituted chillies.
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To serve, top with sour cream and garnish with finely chopped cilantro instead of parsley.
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MAKE AHEAD: This soup can be cooked overnight, then refrigerated until ready to serve.
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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups yellow split peas, soaked, drained and rinsed (See TIPS, below), 2 onions, diced, 4 stalks celery, peeled and thinly sliced, 3 carrots, peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Crock Pot International Split Pea Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crock Pot International Split Pea Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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