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In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced bacon (or ham hock) and onion, and sauté for 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and the bacon is slightly crisp.","group":"Cook","title":"Rinse the split peas under cold water and set aside","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cook"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the diced carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 3-4 minutes.","group":"Cook","title":"Add the diced carrots, celery, and potatoes","timerMinutes":4,"sourceTitle":"Cook"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Pour in the split peas and the stock. Add the dried marjoram. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 60-70 minutes, or until the peas are soft and falling apart.","group":"Simmer","title":"Pour in the split peas and the stock","timerMinutes":70,"sourceTitle":"Simmer"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Once the peas are tender, season with salt and pepper to taste. If you prefer a thicker texture, use a potato masher to partially crush the vegetables and peas directly in the pot. Serve hot.","group":"Finish","title":"Season with salt and pepper","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finish"}],"notes":"Traditional Erbsensuppe is often better the next day as the flavors meld and the soup thickens further. For a smoother texture, you can blend a portion of the soup before serving. Marjoram is the essential herb that gives this dish its distinct German character.","cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["German"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","saute","boil"],"equipment":["large pot","knife","potato masher"],"diet":["high_protein","dairy_free"],"allergens":["celery"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":2.5,"unit":"l","note":"Yields approximately 6 large bowls"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This soup tastes even better when reheated. Prepare fully and store."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container. The soup will thicken significantly when cold; add a splash of water or stock when reheating.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring frequently."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Ferbsensuppe_1a3deeb2df%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=32f21c5b-afab-4c0e-9b4f-df5a8a418f25","imageAlt":"German Split Pea Soup (Erbsensuppe) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["pea soup","german food","hearty","winter soup","erbsensuppe","split peas"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"German Split Pea Soup (Erbsensuppe)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T04:33:56.003Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T04:33:56.003Z","related":[{"id":"bouillabaisse_e05e5fb208","slug":"bouillabaisse","title":"Bouillabaisse","description":"A classic, aromatic Provençal fish stew from Marseille, featuring a rich saffron-infused broth and a variety of fresh Mediterranean seafood.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":30,"cookMinutes":45,"totalMinutes":75,"activeMinutes":40},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["French","Provençal"]},"course":["main","soup"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbouillabaisse_e05e5fb208%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=30309a34-0c3f-41db-907a-5fbd84ebb0c9","imageAlt":"Bouillabaisse — recipe cover","tags":["seafood","french","marseille","stew","saffron","healthy","high protein"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":5},{"id":"caldo_verde_2be6ee91bf","slug":"caldo-verde","title":"Caldo Verde","description":"A comforting and iconic Portuguese green soup featuring a silky potato base, finely shredded kale, and smoky slices of chouriço.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Portuguese"]},"course":["soup","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fcaldo_verde_2be6ee91bf%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e21e7aed-4772-4916-91a3-15abce6ceaed","imageAlt":"Caldo Verde — recipe cover","tags":["soup","portuguese","kale","chorizo","comfort food","traditional"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":8,"stepCount":6},{"id":"waterzooi_adc2dfa015","slug":"classic-chicken-waterzooi","title":"Classic Chicken Waterzooi","description":"A traditional Belgian cream-based stew from Ghent, featuring tender chicken and seasonal root vegetables in a rich, velvety broth.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":45,"totalMinutes":60,"activeMinutes":25},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Belgian"]},"course":["main","soup"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fwaterzooi_adc2dfa015%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=9bc7897c-62be-4f5b-b1c7-dec495cce774","imageAlt":"Classic Chicken Waterzooi — recipe cover","tags":["creamy","stew","flemish","comfort food","chicken soup"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":7}]}