Pork & Yellow Pea Soup
A streamlined version of Swedish ärtsoppa: tender pork, split yellow peas, and onion simmered into a creamy, warming soup. Ready in under 20 minutes with a rotisserie shortcut.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups yellow split peas, rinsed
- 1 lb rotisserie pork, shredded or cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 sprigs thyme (fresh or 0.5 tsp dried)
- 1 whole bay leaf
Instructions
- 1
Combine peas, broth, onion, thyme, and bay leaf in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
- 2
Simmer 10–12 minutes until peas soften and start to break down, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Stir in shredded pork and cook 2 minutes until heated through.
- 4
Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
If you prefer a creamier texture, mash some peas against the side of the pot with a wooden spoon.
- 6
Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (4–5 qt)
- wooden spoon or ladle
- measuring cups
- cutting board and knife
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