Green Split Pea Soup (Print View)
Earthy green split peas and smoky turkey come together in this nourishing soup.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb smoked turkey wings or drumsticks
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 medium carrots, diced
04 - 2 celery stalks, diced
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
→ Peas & Legumes
06 - 2 cups dried green split peas, rinsed
→ Liquids
07 - 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
→ Herbs & Spices
08 - 2 bay leaves
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - Salt, to taste
→ Others
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add split peas, smoked turkey, bay leaves, thyme, pepper, and smoked paprika. Pour in the broth or water and stir well.
04 - Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
05 - Remove the turkey pieces. Shred the meat off the bones, discarding skin and bones, then return the meat to the pot.
06 - Continue simmering uncovered for 20–30 minutes, or until peas are soft and soup reaches your desired consistency. Add more water if the soup becomes too thick.
07 - Season with salt to taste. Remove bay leaves before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This soup costs practically nothing to make but tastes like you spent all day on it
- The smoked turkey adds incredible depth without needing fancy techniques or ingredients
- It makes enough for six generous servings and actually tastes better the next day
02 -
- The soup will continue thickening as it cools, so do not worry if it seems slightly thin when hot
- Skimming any foam that rises to the top during simmering keeps the final texture silky smooth
- Dried peas expand dramatically, so use a pot large enough to accommodate the growth
03 -
- Sort through dried peas before cooking to remove any small stones or debris
- Apple cider vinegar added just before serving brightens all the rich flavors