Swedish Yellow Pea Soup Rtsoppa Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Swedish Yellow Pea Soup (Rtsoppa) is a traditional Swedish dish made with yellow split peas, vegetables, and smoked pork. It is a hearty and flavorful soup that is often enjoyed during the colder months. The yellow split peas are simmered with onions, carrots, and celery until they are tender and creamy. The smoked pork adds a rich and smoky flavor to the soup. It is typically served with a dollop of mustard and accompanied by crispbread or rye bread.

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2hr 30minstotal
15minsPrep
2hr 15minsCook
2hr 30m.total
15m.Prep
2hr 15m.Cook
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Ingredients for Swedish Yellow Pea Soup Rtsoppa Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Yellow Split Peas
  • 1/4 Onion, Chopped
  • 1/2 Carrots, Diced
  • 1/2 Celery Stalks, Diced
  • 2 cup Water
  • 1/4 Smoked Pork Hock Or Bacon
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • as per your need Mustard, For Serving
  • as needed Crispbread Or Rye Bread, For Serving

Directions: Swedish Yellow Pea Soup Rtsoppa Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Rinse the yellow split peas and soak them in water overnight.
  • STEP 2.In a large pot, sauté the onions, carrots, and celery until they are softened.
  • STEP 3.Add the soaked split peas, smoked pork, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
  • STEP 4.Cook the soup for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the split peas are tender and the soup has thickened.
  • STEP 5.Remove the smoked pork from the pot and shred it. Return the shredded pork to the soup.
  • STEP 6.Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  • STEP 7.Serve the Swedish Yellow Pea Soup hot with a dollop of mustard and accompanied by crispbread or rye bread.

Cooking Tips

  • Soaking the split peas overnight helps to reduce the cooking time.
  • If you don't have smoked pork, you can use ham hock or bacon for a similar smoky flavor.
  • You can customize the soup by adding other vegetables like potatoes or leeks.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the soup on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs like parsley or dill for added freshness.
Nutrition
value
155
calories per serving
< 1 g Fat11 g Protein25 g Carbs11 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    < 1g
  • Protein
    11g
  • Carbs
    25g
  • Fiber
    11g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    25g
  • Protein
    11g
  • Fiber
    11g

Fats

  • Fat
    < 1g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    89mg
  • Iron
    5mg
  • Vitamin A
    956mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    114mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    64mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    89mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    112mg
  • Selenium
    5mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp