Danish Pea Soup with Pork

Warm, hearty, and bursting with rustic Nordic flavors, Danish Pea Soup with Pork is the ultimate comfort food to cozy up to on chilly days. Featuring tender smoked pork belly or ham hock, creamy yellow peas, and a medley of carrots, leeks, and onions, this traditional Danish dish is simmered to perfection for a rich, velvety texture. Infused with aromatic bay leaf, black pepper, and fresh parsley, this slow-cooked soup delivers both depth and simplicity in every comforting spoonful. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, this timeless recipe pairs beautifully with rye bread or crusty rolls for a truly satisfying meal. Enjoy a taste of Denmark in your own kitchen with this easy-to-follow guide for a soul-warming classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g Dried yellow peas
• 500 g Smoked pork belly or ham hock
• 1.5 liters Water
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Leek
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried yellow peas thoroughly under cold water and soak them in a large bowl of water for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Step 2

Drain the soaked peas and set them aside.

Step 3

In a large pot, add the smoked pork belly or ham hock and 1.5 liters of water. Bring to a gentle boil and skim off any foam that forms on the surface.

Step 4

Add the drained yellow peas to the pot along with the bay leaf. Lower the heat to a simmer and let cook for about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Meanwhile, peel the carrots and dice them into small cubes. Slice the leek into thin rounds and rinse thoroughly. Dice the onion finely.

Step 6

Add the diced carrots, leek, and onion to the pot. Stir well and continue to simmer for another 60 minutes, or until the peas have broken down and the soup has thickened to your preferred consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Remove the smoked pork from the pot, shred or chop it into bite-sized pieces, and return it to the soup.

Step 8

Season the soup with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm with rye bread or crusty rolls on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2708.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3819.4

Total Fat 272.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 351.8mg	0%
Sodium 7185.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 223.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 84.7g	0%
Total Sugars 42.0g
Protein 128.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 471.3mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 4492.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 23.2%