And the most underrated pulse award goes to…split peas! Seriously, other than the occasional pot of soup, most people don’t experience the joy of these little green guys regularly in their lives.
Just like all the other pulses out there (pulses include dry peas, chickpeas, lentils, and beans.), split peas are a super affordable, delicious, sustainable, protein-packed source of fiber. But unlike their more finicky cousins, chickpeas and dried beans, split peas require NO presoaking or precooking, meaning they cook up in a FLASH. Woohoo for weeknight shortcuts!
Rinse split peas before cooking. Place 1 cup of split peas in a large pot with 2 cups of water and ½ tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until smooth, 25 minutes.
What do split peas taste like?
A lot like sweet green peas! They have that sweet flavor and creamy texture that makes peas a family favorite.
Do I need to soak split peas before cooking them?
Nope, split peas cook up super quickly, even without soaking. If you tend to have digestive issues with beans and lentils, you might benefit from a split pea presoak, though. Just place the dried split peas in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Let soak at room temperature over night. When it’s time to cook, drain and rinse the split peas before cooking.
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FAQ
How long does it take for split peas to soften?
Do dried split peas need to be soaked before cooking?
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How much water do I use for 2 cups of split peas?
How long does it take to cook split peas?
Add the split peas to a pot with your preferred cooking liquid—water, vegetable broth, and bone broth are all good options. Bring to a boil over high heat, stir, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the split peas are tender, but not mushy and most of the liquid is absorbed. about 20 minutes.
How long do you boil split peas?
Put the split peas in a medium-sized saucepan with 3 cups of fresh water. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 35 to 45 minutes. Rinse 1 cup of split peas in a sieve under running water to remove discolored peas or dirt. Soak the peas in a bowl of water for 6 to 8 hours, or overnight. Drain the water.
How do you cook split peas in a Dutch oven?
Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium heat until hot. Add onion and cook 5 minutes or until tender stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook and stir 2 minutes. Stir in 2 cups of water, split peas, bay leaf and mustard; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low; simmer 45 minutes until peas are tender stirring occasionally.
How do you cook split peas in a microwave?
Remove any debris or impurities. Prepare – Put the split peas and water in a microwave-safe bowl, and cover it with a microwave-safe lid. Microwave – Microwave on high for about 30 to 40 minutes (depending on the power of your microwave). Stop to check and stir every 10 minutes to ensure even cooking.