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Erwtensoep (Split Pea Soup)

Erwtensoep (Split Pea Soup) is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.

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  • Read all 6 method steps from beginning to end.
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Method

  1. 01

    Soak the split peas in water overnight.

  2. 02

    Fry the pork belly slices in a frying pan until golden brown (but not too crispy).

  3. 03

    Cook the peas in enough water for about 30 minutes. Make sure to remove foam from the pan with a spoon.

  4. 04

    In another pan, cook the bacon and the fried pork belly slices together with the vegetables, some salt and pepper, and the bay leaves for about 45 minutes.

  5. 05

    When the erwtensoep is ready, add the Dutch smoked sausage, and boil it for another 15 minutes.

  6. 06

    As a finishing touch, add some fried dried onions.

Ready to serve

Serve the dish as directed and enjoy it while it is at its best.

Bon appétit — enjoy your meal!
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Source & licence

This recipe was adapted and reformatted from Wikibooks Cookbook . Text: CC BY-SA 4.0. Image: CC BY-SA 3.0, credited to Takeaway; view original image record .