Premium Yellow Split Peas: Sunshine-Hued Nutrition.Versatile, Protein-Packed.

Discover the vibrant colour and wholesome goodness of our Premium Yellow Split Peas. These beautiful golden legumes are a nutritional powerhouse, packed with plant-based protein, dietary fibre, and essential nutrients. Naturally split and hulled, they cook down into a wonderfully creamy and smooth consistency, making them perfect for creating comforting soups, traditional dhals, and hearty vegetarian meals.

With their mild, slightly sweet and earthy flavour, yellow split peas are a versatile base that absorbs spices and seasonings beautifully. They're a budget-friendly way to add substance and nutrition to your meals, supporting digestive health and providing sustained energy.

Why Choose Our Yellow Split Peas?

• Creamy, Smooth Texture: Breaks down perfectly when cooked, creating velvety soups and dhals without the need for cream.

• Excellent Source of Plant Protein: A fantastic meat-free protein source, ideal for vegetarian and vegan diets.

• High in Dietary Fibre: Supports digestive health and helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

• Quick Cooking Time: Unlike whole legumes, split peas cook relatively quickly and require no soaking.

• Budget-Friendly Nutrition: An economical way to create nourishing, satisfying meals for the whole family.

Popular Ways to Use Yellow Split Peas:

• Classic Split Pea Soup: A comforting, traditional favourite.

• Indian Dhal: Cook with turmeric, cumin, and other spices for a flavourful meal.

• Vegetarian Patties & Burgers: Mash and combine with herbs and vegetables.

• Stews & Curries: Adds body and protein to slow-cooked dishes.

• Dips & Spreads: Blend with garlic and lemon for a healthy alternative to hummus.

Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container.

SpicenEasy's Classic Creamy Yellow Split Pea Soup

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 1 hour

• Serves: 6

Ingredients:

• 2 cups SpicenEasy Yellow Split Peas, rinsed

• 1 tbsp olive oil or SpicenEasy Ghee

• 1 large onion, diced

• 2 carrots, diced

• 2 celery stalks, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 8 cups vegetable or chicken stock

• 1 bay leaf

• 1 tsp SpicenEasy Dried Thyme

• ½ tsp SpicenEasy Ground Turmeric (enhances colour)

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Optional: 1 potato, diced, for extra creaminess

Instructions:

1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large soup pot, heat the oil or ghee over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

2. Combine Ingredients: Add the rinsed split peas, stock, bay leaf, thyme, and turmeric to the pot. Stir to combine.

3. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the split peas are very soft and have started to break down.

4. Finish the Soup: Remove the bay leaf. For a completely smooth soup, use an immersion blender to puree until creamy. For a chunkier texture, simply mash with a potato masher.

5. Season: Season generously with salt and pepper. If the soup is too thick, thin it with a little more stock or water.

6. Serve: Ladle into bowls and serve with a drizzle of olive oil and crusty bread.

Chef's Tip: *No soaking is required, but for the creamiest results, you can soak the peas for 1-2 hours before cooking. The soup will thicken as it cools. If it becomes too thick upon standing, simply thin it out with a little extra stock or water when reheating. This soup freezes exceptionally well for up to 3 months!*

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We bring you the finest quality pantry staples, delivered fresh to your door anywhere in New Zealand. From our vibrant yellow split peas to our comforting, family-friendly recipes, we're here to help you create nourishing meals that are both delicious and deeply satisfying.