Rter Med Flsk Pea Soup with Pork

Warm up with the comforting flavors of Scandinavian cuisine with Rter Med Flsk, a hearty Danish pea soup with pork. This traditional recipe combines tender pork belly or shoulder with creamy split peas and aromatic vegetables like carrots, onions, celery, and garlic, simmered to perfection in a fragrant broth infused with thyme and bay leaves. The soup’s slow-cooked goodness creates a rich and velvety texture, while the addition of fresh parsley and a dash of seasoning brings a bright and satisfying finish. Perfect for chilly days, this nourishing one-pot meal is best served with crusty bread or rye bread for an authentic touch. Easy to prepare yet deeply flavorful, this hearty soup is a timeless dish that’s both comforting and filling.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Dried split peas
• 500 grams Pork belly (or pork shoulder)
• 2 large Carrots
• 1 large Onion
• 2 Celery stalks
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1.5 liters Water or chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the split peas under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and dice the carrots, celery, and onion into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large pot, add the pork belly or pork shoulder and cover with the water or chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.

Step 4

Add the split peas, diced vegetables, garlic, bay leaves, and dried thyme to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Cover the pot with a lid and let it simmer gently for about 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent the peas from sticking to the bottom.

Step 6

Check the pork after 1 hour of cooking. Remove it from the pot once tender and easy to shred (you can leave it whole if preferred). Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing or shredding into bite-sized pieces.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed. If the soup is too thick, add a little more water or stock to reach your desired consistency.

Step 8

Return the pork to the pot and gently heat through for another 5 minutes.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve hot with crusty bread or rye bread on the side for a truly traditional Danish meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2740.1 grams (2740.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3791

Total Fat 269.70g	346%
Saturated Fat 95.80g	479%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 360mg	120%
Sodium 2912mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 221.70g	81%
Dietary Fiber 85.70g	306%
Total Sugars 41.80g
Protein 129.20g	258%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 351mg	27%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 4643mg	99%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.4%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 23.1%