TRADITIONAL FOODS OF LATVIA | LATVIAN FOODS

Soak grey peas in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the soaked peas.

In a large pot, cover the peas with fresh water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 1-1.5 hours until tender, adding bay leaves halfway through.

While peas are cooking, chop bacon and onion.

In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy; remove and set aside.

In the same skillet, add butter and sauté onion until translucent.

Add chopped carrots and cook for another 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic and smoked paprika; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Once peas are tender, drain and remove bay leaves.

Combine peas with the bacon and sautéed vegetables in the pot.

Season with salt, black pepper, vinegar, and mustard; mix well.

Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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