How to Make Split Pea Soup with Pork Belly - A Step-by-Step Guide

Split pea soup is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. It is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This recipe for Split Pea Soup with Pork Belly takes the traditional soup to a whole new level by adding the rich flavor of pork belly.

The pork belly adds a depth of flavor and richness to the soup that cannot be replicated with any other type of meat. It gives the soup a delicious smoky and savory quality that is simply irresistibl...

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Ingredients

  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • ¼ pound pork belly, diced
  • 4 cups water, more if needed
  • 1 cup vegetable broth, or more if needed
  • ½ cup white wine
  • 2 cups split peas
  • 1 teaspoon ground thyme
  • ½ teaspoon celery seed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Cook and stir onion and pork belly in a large pot over medium heat until pork is browned and onion is translucent, 10 to 15 minutes. Add water, vegetable broth, white wine, split peas, thyme, celery seed, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until flavors have combined, about 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaves before serving.
  • Nutrition

    216 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 177mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 13g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 545mg