Rtsoppa Swedish Yellow Pea Soup
Transport yourself to the heart of Sweden with Rtsoppa, a rich and hearty Swedish Yellow Pea Soup brimming with rustic flavors. A staple of Nordic cuisine, this traditional soup combines the nutty creaminess of dried yellow split peas with the deep, smoky undertones of a ham hock or pork shank. Simmered to perfection with aromatic vegetables like onion, carrot, and leek, and heightened by fragrant bay leaves and thyme, this dish delivers cozy comfort in every spoonful. Ready in just over two hours and serving up to six, it’s an ideal make-ahead meal for chilly evenings or hearty lunches. Garnish with a dollop of grainy mustard for a tangy twist, and serve alongside warm bread or crispbread to complete this soul-warming Swedish classic. Keywords: Swedish yellow pea soup, Rtsoppa recipe, traditional Nordic soup, comforting split pea soup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Dried yellow split peas
- 1 piece Smoked ham hock or pork shank
- 2 liters Water
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium Carrot, diced
- 1 medium Leek, white and light green parts only, sliced
- 2 leaves Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground white pepper
- 2 tablespoons Grainy mustard (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the dried yellow split peas thoroughly under cold water and pick through to remove any debris. Set aside.
In a large pot, combine the smoked ham hock or pork shank with 2 liters of water. Bring to a boil, skimming off any foam that rises to the top.
Add the rinsed split peas, diced onion, diced carrot, sliced leek, bay leaves, and dried thyme to the pot. Stir to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer partially covered, stirring occasionally, for about 90 minutes or until the peas break down and the soup thickens.
Remove the ham hock or pork shank from the pot and let it cool enough to handle. Shred the meat from the bone and return the meat to the soup, discarding any skin or excess fat.
Season the soup with salt and ground white pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 10–15 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and optionally serve with a dollop of grainy mustard for added flavor.
Enjoy this classic Swedish comfort dish warm with bread or crispbread on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.8 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.5 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 270 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 6988 mg | 304% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.8 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 119.3 g | 426% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.0 g | ||
| Protein | 197.5 g | 395% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 531 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 29.7 mg | 165% | |
| Potassium | 6093 mg | 130% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
