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split pea soup with chorizo

Instant Pot Split Pea Soup with Spicy Chorizo: Quick & Delicious Recipe

This Instant Pot Split Pea Soup with Spicy Chorizo is a comforting dish that combines creamy split peas with the smoky flavor of chorizo. It’s quick and easy to cook, making it perfect for busy days!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
natural pressure release 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Eastern Europe, Mediterranean
Servings 6 servings
Calories 240 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Instant Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups dry split peas
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 potato, peeled and diced
  • 5 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 150 g chorizo, sliced or diced
  • 1 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 Tbsp dry dill
  • Spices to taste (e.g., paprika, cumin)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the dry split peas under cold water and set them aside.
  • Dice the carrots, chop the onion, and peel and dice the potato. Mince the garlic and slice the chorizo.
  • Turn on the Instant Pot and select the "Sauté" mode. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and potato. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
  • Add the minced garlic and sliced chorizo. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chorizo is browned and fragrant.
  • Stir in the rinsed split peas, tomato paste, and your choice of spices. I usually use garlic powder, onion powder, cumin and smoked paprika.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth (or water) and give it a good stir to combine all ingredients. Make sure to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  • Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to the "Sealing" position. Select the "Manual" or "Pressure Cook" setting and set the timer for 10 minutes.
  • Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before carefully switching the valve to "Venting" to release any remaining pressure.
  • Open the lid and give the soup a good stir. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the dry dill and stir until well combined. For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the soup using an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender (allow to cool slightly before blending).
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy it hot, optionally topped with fresh herbs, croutons, or a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Nutritional values are approximate and can vary depending on the specific brand and type of ingredients used (e.g., type of chorizo, broth, etc.).

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 13gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gCalcium: 80mgIron: 3.6mg
Keyword chorizo, dairy-free, gluten-free, instant pot, soup, split peas
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