Pea Soup Art Soppa

Experience the comforting warmth of Pea Soup Art Soppa, a hearty Scandinavian classic brimming with rustic flavors and nourishing ingredients. This traditional dish starts with dried yellow peas that are soaked overnight to enhance their creamy texture, then simmered to perfection with flavorful salted pork or smoky ham hock. Aromatic additions like onions, carrots, bay leaves, and thyme create a robust flavor profile that’s as inviting as it is satisfying. With just a touch of ground white pepper and an optional dollop of mustard for serving, this thick and savory soup is the perfect way to warm up on a chilly day. Ideal for meal prepping or sharing with loved ones, this one-pot wonder is a must-try for fans of wholesome, slow-cooked comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Dried yellow peas
• 2 liters Water
• 400 grams Salted pork or smoked ham hock
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground white pepper
• 2 tablespoons Mustard (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried yellow peas thoroughly under cold water and remove any debris or discolored peas. Place them in a large bowl, cover with plenty of water, and let them soak overnight (8-12 hours).

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked peas. Set them aside.

Step 3

Dice the onion and peel and slice the carrot into thin rounds.

Step 4

In a large pot, combine the soaked peas, water, salted pork or smoked ham hock, onion, carrot, bay leaves, and thyme.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the peas from sticking to the bottom.

Step 6

After 90 minutes, remove the salted pork or smoked ham hock from the pot and set it aside to cool slightly.

Step 7

Use a spoon to skim off any foam or impurities that formed on the surface of the soup.

Step 8

Shred the meat from the ham hock or pork into small pieces, discarding any fat or bones. Return the shredded meat to the soup.

Step 9

Season the soup with salt and ground white pepper to taste. If the soup is too thick, add more water until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 10

Simmer for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Serve hot with a dollop of mustard on the side (optional) and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3178.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2807.9

Total Fat 80.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 280mg	0%
Sodium 6466.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 325.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 132.9g	0%
Total Sugars 51.3g
Protein 208.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 557.8mg	0%
Iron 28.6mg	0%
Potassium 6441.3mg	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: 25.4%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 45.5%