Spicy Wild Pea Soup
Dive into Rustic Flavor with Spicy Wild Pea Soup
Looking for a hearty and flavorful soup that transports you to the European countryside? Our Spicy Wild Pea Soup is a culinary adventure! This isn’t your average pea soup; it’s a robust and aromatic dish packed with wild game flavors, smoky bacon, and a touch of spice. Perfect for a chilly evening or a comforting meal, this soup is sure to become a new favorite.
This recipe draws inspiration from traditional European cooking, utilizing wild boar broth for a depth of flavor you won’t find anywhere else. Don’t be intimidated by the ingredient list – the process is surprisingly straightforward, and the resulting taste is well worth the effort. We’ve combined dried green peas with smoked wild boar bacon, aromatic root vegetables, and a hint of oregano to create a truly unforgettable soup.
What makes this soup special?
- Wild Boar Broth: The foundation of this soup is a rich, flavorful broth made from wild boar bones. It adds a unique gaminess that elevates the entire dish.
- Smoked Bacon: The addition of smoked wild boar bacon provides a smoky depth that complements the peas and broth beautifully.
- Rustic Flavors: This soup is all about embracing simple, natural ingredients and letting their flavors shine.
- Hearty and Filling: It’s a substantial soup that will keep you warm and satisfied.
Tips for Success:
- Broth is Key: If you can’t source wild boar bones, a good quality pork or chicken broth can be substituted, but the flavor won’t be quite as authentic.
- Soaking the Peas: Soaking the dried peas overnight helps them cook more quickly and evenly.
- Low and Slow: Simmering the soup for an extended period allows the flavors to meld together and create a richer, more complex taste.
- Adjust the Spice: Feel free to adjust the amount of black pepper to your liking.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve this Spicy Wild Pea Soup with a crusty loaf of bread for dipping. A side salad with a light vinaigrette would also complement the richness of the soup. For a truly authentic experience, pair it with a dry European wine.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use frozen peas instead of dried? While you can use frozen peas, the flavor and texture won’t be the same. Dried peas provide a more traditional and robust flavor.
- Can I make this soup ahead of time? Yes, this soup actually tastes better the next day! The flavors have more time to meld together.
- Is this soup gluten-free? Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
- What kind of sausages are best? Bockwurst or Vienna sausages are traditional, but any flavorful sausage will work.
- Where can I find wild boar bones? Specialty butcher shops or online retailers are your best bet.
Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our Spicy Wild Pea Soup! It’s a dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends.
Spicy Wild Pea Soup
Ingredients
- 2 liter Wild boar broth
- 250 g Green peas, dried, peeled
- 1 piece Potatoes Finely diced
- 0.5 tbsp Carrots Grated
- 1 piece Parsley root Finely diced
- 100 g Smoked wild boar bacon
- 1 piece Onion Finely diced
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 pinch Black pepper
- 1 pinch Herbal salt
- 1 pinch Oregano (wild marjoram)
- 5 piece Sausages / Bockwurst / Vienna sausages
Instructions
- Prepare the wild boar broth beforehand: remove the meat from the wild boar bones. Boil the bones with a peeled parsley root, peeled and halved onion, a bay leaf, half a teaspoon of black peppercorns in 5 liters of water and simmer covered for 3 hours (the last 20 minutes add fresh herbs of your choice).
- Pour the wild boar broth through a sieve and, after cooling, put it in a cool place.
- Soak the peas in cold water and then boil them in this water and cook covered for an hour.
- Lightly sauté the vegetables and the onion cubes in butter, then add the bacon, the peas and the broth.
- Bring to the boil while stirring and then simmer for about 90 minutes over low heat. Stir in between.
- Take the wild boar bacon out of the soup and dice it finely and put it back in the soup.
- Add the sausages to the soup and heat them with it. Then season everything with the spices, stir again and serve.
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