Thai Twist Slow Cooker Vegetarian Split Pea Soup

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 15
Thai Twist Slow Cooker Vegetarian Split Pea Soup
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Prep

15 min

Cook

6 hours on low, 3 hours on high

Ready In

6 hours 15 min-9 hours 15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 onion , diced
1 stalk celery , diced
1 carrot , diced
1/2 cup split peas , green , dried
1/4 cup pearl barley
1/4 cup red lentil , dried
2 teaspoons Braggs liquid aminos
1 teaspoon garlic , minced , use fresh or garlic powder , it wo n't matter much
2 teaspoons Thai curry paste
2 cups vegetable stock , or use 1 bouillon cube or equivelant stock powder
1 cup water
1 teaspoon vinegar
1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves
1 bay leaf
2 fresh lime leaves , dried
1/4 cup light coconut milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
220
Sugar
6g
Fat
2g
This Thai-inspired vegetarian split pea soup is a healthy and delicious meal that is perfect for a cozy night in. The combination of split peas, barley, and lentils provides a hearty and satisfying texture, while the Thai curry paste adds a spicy and aromatic flavor. This soup is also easy to make in a slow cooker, which means you can set it and forget it until dinnertime. Serve with some crusty bread or a side salad, and enjoy!

Instructions

1.Rinse and sort the split peas and lentils, then add to the slow cooker.
2.Add the diced onion, celery, carrot, garlic, barley, Braggs liquid aminos, and Thai curry paste to the slow cooker, and stir to combine.
3.Mix the vegetable stock, water, vinegar, and fenugreek leaves together, and pour over the vegetable mixture in the slow cooker.
4.Add the bay leaf and lime leaves to the slow cooker, then cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or high for 3-4 hours, or until the vegetables and lentils are soft and tender.
5.Remove the bay leaf and lime leaves, and stir in the coconut milk. Serve hot.

PROS

This soup is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal.

The Thai curry paste adds a delicious and exotic flavor, and the slow cooking method ensures that the vegetables and lentils are perfectly cooked.

CONS

This recipe requires a slow cooker, which may not be available to everyone.

Some people may not like the texture of split peas or lentils, which can be somewhat grainy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Split peas are a good source of plant-based protein, fiber, iron, and vitamin B6, all of which are important for maintaining good health.
Eating a diet that is high in fiber has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, stroke, and certain types of cancer, and can also aid in weight loss by promoting feelings of fullness.

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