World Flavors Cookbook

Ärtsoppa (Yellow Split Pea Soup)

A thick, savory yellow pea soup traditionally served on Thursdays, followed by pancakes.

Cuisine: Sweden

Ingredients

• yellow split peas
• salted pork hock or belly
• onion
• marjoram
• thyme
• mustard

Instructions

1. Soak peas overnight.
2. Simmer peas and pork with herbs for 1.5 - 2 hours.
3. Remove pork, dice, and return to the soup.
4. Serve with a dollop of mustard and Swedish pancakes for dessert.