1½cupYellow Split Peas, rinsed, or green, or a mix of both
1tbspTomato paste
1thumb sizeFresh Turmeric, or 1t Turmeric powder
1thumb sizeFresh Ginger, or 1t Ginger powder
1/4cupChopped Parsley
2tbspOlive oil
1500mlWater or veggie stock, or a mix of both
Instructions
Chop the onion, carrot, potato, and zucchini.
In the same pot in which you will cook the soup, add the butter, let it melt, then add the chopped onion, and cook on medium heat for about two minutes.
Next, add the dry herbs (savory, thyme, oregano, and bay leaves). Sautee for a few seconds so the herbs release their aroma.
Add the minced garlic and cook for a minute before adding the chopped carrot, potatoes, and zucchini. Cook them for 2-3 minutes.
Then, add the coconut milk, salt and black pepper. Mix everything well.
Add the split pea, tomato paste, freshly grated turmeric, and ginger. Cook for about 5 minutes.
Add the water. Cover and cook on low to medium heat for about 30 minutes. Stirring occasionally.
10 minutes before ready stir in the chopped parsley and olive oil.
Taste the soup while cooking, if it needs more salt or spices.
Serve hot. It tastes even better the next day.
Notes
If you don't have all the herbs or missing some, just use what you have available. Even pre-mixed herbs, like Italian mix, will work just fine.