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    My Colombian Recipes » Recipes » Main Dishes » Soups » Split Pea With Pork Soup (sopa De Alverjita Con Cerdo)

    Split Pea with Pork Soup (Sopa de Alverjita con Cerdo)

    Jan 27, 2023 by Erica Dinho · 6 Comments

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    This homemade split pea soup with pork is the ultimate comfort food. Rich, flavorful and filling.

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    I don't know why, but I've been craving comfort food lately. All I want to have is a delicious bowl of homemade soup! This is my mom's Split Pea with Pork Soup (Sopa de Alverjita Seca y Cerdo) recipe, and it is one of my favorites.

    It's hearty, warming, and full of bold flavor. At this time of year, I can’t get enough of it. I hope you love this soup too!

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    Split Pea Soup Recipe Ingredients

    Here’s what you’ll need to make this soup, the full recipe card with exact amounts, directions and tips is below.

    Dried Split Pea: you don't have to soak them before cooking, just clean well.

    Water: If you want more flavor use vegetable broth.

    Pork: Neck bones are popular to make soups in Colombia, they add a lot of flavor.If you don't find them just use pork ribs.

    Spices: Cumin, salt and pepper.

    Vegetables: Carrots, garlic, onion, scallions, red bell pepper and potatoes.

    Herbs: Fresh cilantro or parsley.

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    Split Pea with Pork Soup Recipe

    Erica Dinho
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course Soup
    Cuisine Colombian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 710 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • ½ pound dried split peas
    • 6 cups water
    • 2 pounds pork neck bones or pork ribs
    • Salt and pepper
    • 1 cup diced carrots
    • 2 garlic cloves
    • 1 cup chopped onion
    • 1 scallion chopped
    • ¼ cup red bell pepper
    • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 large potato peeled and diced
    • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • Avocado and extra cilantro for serving

    Instructions
     

    • Place the peas in a pot, cover with water and soak overnight. Drain the peas and set aside.
    • Place the onions, scallions, garlic and red bell pepper in a food processor. Set aside.
    • Place the pork bones, water, onion mixture, split peas, salt and pepper in a pot, and cook over medium low-heat for about 20 minutes.
    • Add the ground cumin, potatoes and cilantro. Cook for 30 minutes more or until the peas are tender. Add more water as needed if the soup becomes too thick.
    • Season with salt and pepper. To serve, top with avocado and fresh cilantro.

    Notes

    Leftovers keep well for about 3 days in the refrigerator in a covered container. This split pea soup will thicken as it cools, thin with a little water or broth if you want.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 710kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 41gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 184mgPotassium: 1374mgFiber: 18gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 5892IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 5mg
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    Split Pea Soup Serving Suggestions

    When you’re ready to serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top it with fresh cilantro or parsley. If you are looking for a side dish to serve it, try my avocado and tomato salad, white rice and fried ripe plantain.

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    About Erica Dinho

    My name is Erica and I was born and raised in Colombia and now live in the northeastern United States with my husband and family. This blog was inspired by my grandmother, Mamita, who was an amazing traditional Colombian cook.

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    Comments

    1. Angie@Angiesrecipes

      September 23, 2011 at 2:38 pm

      5 stars
      Could it be the cooler weather? ;-)) The soup sounds truly comforting and delish.

      Reply
    2. Lyndsey - The Tiny Skillet

      September 23, 2011 at 3:09 pm

      5 stars
      I think it's the fall season that starts us to crave comfort food and this is the first day of Autumn! This would satisfy my craving! Yum!

      Reply
    3. Karen

      September 23, 2011 at 5:34 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, this sounds so good. I'm going to have to make it!

      Reply
    4. Belinda @zomppa

      September 23, 2011 at 7:35 pm

      5 stars
      It is a STUNNING soup! Perfect for the fall.

      Reply
    5. norma

      September 27, 2011 at 9:40 am

      5 stars
      I love your soups and this one's a keeper. Erica the addition of the aguacate is one of my favorites in a soup...at least our soups.

      Reply
    6. Erica

      October 07, 2011 at 3:35 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you guys!

      Reply

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