How To Make Erwtensoep (Snert)? - Exploring The Benelux

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: chicken sausage

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

split peas

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: yellow split peas

Green lentils are similar in texture and flavor.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: sweet potatoes

Cauliflower adds creaminess with fewer carbs.

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: vegan sausage

💰Cheaper: cooked ham

Vegan sausage provides a meat-free option.

Rinse the dried split peas and soak them in water for a few hours to rehydrate.

Combine the soaked peas with enough water to cover them in a large pot; bring to a boil over medium heat.

Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer.

Add the diced celery, chopped green onions, and finely chopped onion to the pot; stir everything together.

Continue cooking for about 1 to 1.5 hours until the peas are soft and the vegetables are tender.

Add the sliced pork or ham hock to the pot; if using a ham hock, shred it into smaller pieces before adding.

Let it cook for an additional 30 minutes to blend the flavors.

Add the sliced smoked sausage to the pot; let it cook for another 15 to 20 minutes.

Season the soup with salt and parsley; optionally add garlic powder or a vegetable bouillon cube for extra flavor.

Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

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