If you have never tasted this green pigeon peas soup, you are missing out. Pigeon peas soup is flavorful and simply delicious. This soup recipe combines the tasty flavors of green pigeon peas with aromatic spices and vegetables. The soup is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a healthy choice for your body. Green pigeon peas offer a range of health benefits due to their nutrient-dense composition.
Health Benefits of green pigeon peas
Green pigeon peas are a good source of plant-based protein. Proteins are essential in building and repairing our bodies. The peas are also good for vegetarian or vegan diets. Additionally, the peas are rich in dietary fiber which helps promote healthy digestion and help aid bowl movement. These peas are packed with essential vitamins and minerals, such as iron, magnesium, potassium and vitamin B6. All these vitamins and minerals are essential to our bodies and in prevention of disease. The high fiber and protein content in green pigeon peas contribute to increased satiety, keeping you feeling fuller for longer and potentially aiding in weight management. The fiber also aid in blood sugar control by slowing down the absorption of glucose, which can be beneficial for individuals with diabetes. For these reasons, it is good to incorporate green pigeon peas into your menu.
How to make green pigeon peas soup
Making green pigeon peas soup is easy. It is a fantastic way to enjoy a nutritious and flavorful dish. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a delicious soup that will not only satisfy you but also provide you with essential health benefits.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of green pigeon peas (not dry ones)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 large tomatoes, diced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 small piece of ginger, minced
- 2 carrots, chopped into small pieces
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- cooking oil
- 1- 2 cups vegetable broth/water
- Parsley leaves to garnish
Preparations:
First prepare the ingredients by boiling the green pigeon peas. This will take you about 45 minutes. As the peas are boiling, prepare the other ingredients; wash and dice the carrots, chop the tomatoes and onion, and minced the garlic and ginger. If you are using the vegetable broth, have it ready too otherwise use equal amounts of water.
How to cook:
- In a large cooking pot, add cooking oil and heat on medium high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion then fry for about 2 minutes. Add minced garlic ginger mixture and stir. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft. Add finely chopped carrot, Cook for a few minutes until all the vegetables have softened.
- Add the rest of the spices and salt while stirring and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the boiled green pigeon peas to the pot and stir to mix well with the rest of the ingredients.
- Pour in the vegetable broth or water and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cover the pot, and simmer for about 10 minutes to let the peas absorb all the good flavors of the spices and seasoning.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference. If you like your soup thicker, add 1 teaspoon of corn flour or arrowroot flour. Alternatively, coarsely mash the pigeon peas before adding to the rest of the mixture for a thicker soup.
- Remove the pot from heat and let it cool for a few minutes before serving as is.
- Alternatively, use an immersion or regular blender to blend for a smooth soup. Return the soup to the pot and simmer for 2 minutes .
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley leaves.
Additional notes:
Adding additional vegetables like baby spinach potatoes and celery adds more flavors and nutrients to the soup. Be free to experiments with any or all these vegetables.
If you are as adventures as I am, try adding coconut milk or cream to the soup before blending for a creamier texture and taste.
Consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice or a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick.
This soup refrigerates well. Make it is advance and refrigerate for a few days. Remove from the fridge whenever you want to use and cook of a stovetop before serving.
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Quick and easy pigeon peas soup
Ingredients
- 4 cups green pigeon peas boiled
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 large tomatoes diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small piece ginger minced
- 2 carrots finely chopped
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- ½ tsp black pepper powder
- salt to taste
- cooking oil
- 1-2 cups vegetable broth/water
- 1 cup parsley leaves
Instructions
Step 1: Preparations
- Boil the green pigeon peas for about 45 minutes
- Wash and finely chop the carrots, tomatoes and onions.
- Mince the garlic and ginger together
- Prepare the vegetable broth (or water)
Step 2: Cook the Soup
- In a large cooking pot, add cooking oil and heat on medium high heat. Then add the chopped onion, fry for about 2 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and stir. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes
- Add finely chopped carrot, cook for a few minutes until all the vegetables have softened.
- Add the rest of the spices and salt while stirring and cook for 2 minutes to let them infuse the flavors into the vegetables.
- Pour in the boiled green pigeon peas to the pot and stir to mix well with the rest of the ingredients. Add the vegetable broth or water and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cover the pot, and simmer for about 10 minutes to let the peas absorb all the good flavors of the spices and seasoning.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- Remove the pot from heat and let it cool for a few minutes before serving as is.
Step 3: Mash the cooked pigeon peas
- Use an immersion or regular blender to blend for a smooth soup.
- Return the soup to the pot and simmer for 2 minutes .
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley leaves.
Notes
- If you like your soup thicker, add 1 teaspoon of corn flour or arrowroot flour.
- Use additional vegetables like baby spinach, potatoes and celery to add more flavor and nutrients to the soup.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick.
- Try adding coconut milk or cream to the soup before blending for a creamier texture and taste.
- Serve hot to enjoy the soup better
