Grochowka (Polish Split Pea Soup)
A thick, smoky split pea soup with sausage, carrots and potatoes. Cheap, filling and perfect for cold evenings.
- Time1 hr 30
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.92 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Put the peas, water, ham hock and bay leaves in a large pan. Bring to the boil and skim off any foam, then simmer for 45 minutes.
45 min - 2
Fry the onions in the olive oil for 6 minutes. Add them to the pan with the carrots, parsnip and potatoes. Simmer for 25 minutes.
25 min - 3
Lift out the ham hock. Pull off the meat, chop it and return it to the pan. Discard the skin and bone.
- 4
Fry the sausage slices for 4 minutes until browned and add to the soup with the marjoram and pepper.
4 min - 5
Simmer for 10 minutes more. The soup should be thick and chunky. Add water if it is too thick.
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