INSTANT POT SPLIT PEA SOUP

split peas

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: yellow split peas

Yellow split peas are often less expensive and have a similar texture.

carrots

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen mixed vegetables can be more budget-friendly and add variety.

Turn the instant pot on and choose the Sauté function. Wait until it becomes hot and add ghee and garlic. Sauté 30-40 seconds or until fragrant.

Add the onion and continue cooking until slightly browned, then add bay leaf, celery and carrots and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Stir in the split peas, smoked chicken breast, black pepper and fenugreek leaves, then pour the chicken stock/broth (8 cups).

Place the lid on the pot, lock it, and choose Pressure Cooker High mode for 40 min + 10 minutes Natural Release.

Adjust seasonings if necessary.

Serve immediately with bread croutons.

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