Cardamom and garam masala add subtle spice to split peas and sweet potatoes. This hearty soup can be enjoyed on its own or with warmed garlic naan for dipping.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
Method
Stovetop method: Soak the peas in water to cover for at least 6 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse.
Heat ghee in a medium pot over medium heat.
Add onion, garam masala and cumin and cook until translucent and fragrant, about 10 minutes, stirring often.
Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
Add soaked peas, sweet potato and cardamom pods.
Reduce heat to a simmer and cover.
Simmer until tender, about an hour.
Remove cardamom pods and season the soup with lemon, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
Slow cooker method: Place peas, broth, sweet potato and cardamom pods in a slow cooker.
Cook on high for 4 to 6 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours, adding additional broth or water to thicken if needed.
When ready to serve, heat ghee in a skillet over medium heat.
Add onions, garam masala and cumin and cook 10 minutes, stirring often.
Add the spiced onions to the slow cooker.
Stir, cover and cook 15 minutes longer on high heat.
Remove cardamom pods and season the soup with lemon, cayenne and pepper.
Nutritional Info
Serving Size
Calories
190
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Protein
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