Green peas, also known as matar, have a love-hate relationship with people. While some people love to taste them, others dread the idea of eating them in their next meal. If you often cook with peas, you’ll be aware of the difficulty of peeling them. Once done, we usually throw away the peels without thinking twice. After all, what can you really do with them? But what if we told you that you could turn those peels into a delicious and hearty soup, perfect for the winter? Yes, you heard that right. We recently came across a recipe for this unique soup shared by MasterChef Aruna Vijay, and it is definitely a must try. Its silky smooth and velvety texture will make you fall in love with it from the very first sip. Give it a try, and you’ll be hooked!
Is Green Pea Shell Soup Healthy?
Absolutely! The peels of green peas are high in fiber and also contain antioxidants, which make this soup very healthy. Additionally, the peels provide a variety of vitamins, such as vitamins B and C. To make it even healthier, you can also add vegetables like carrots or beans to it.
How to make green pea peel soup. Green Pea Shell Soup Recipe
It is very easy to make green pea peel soup at home. To make it, start with:
1. Preparing the peels
Clean the green pea pods and remove the strings from the edges of the shells. Soak the peels in water for about 2 hours to soften them and remove any impurities.
2. Cooking the Ingredients
Combine soaked peels, green peas, butter, milk and water in a pressure cooker. Pressure cook the mixture for 4 whistles or until the peels become soft.
3. Mixing the mixture
Once cooled slightly, pour the cooked mixture into a blender and blend until smooth.
4. Stress
Strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove any pulp. Add water if necessary to adjust the consistency.
5. Seasoning and serving
Return the soup to a pot, add salt and pepper to taste and bring to a gentle simmer. Serve hot with a drizzle of cream or crusty bread.
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