Scottish-style Yellow Split Pea Stew

Ingredients

In this Scottish adaptation, the traditional Ethiopian spices used in Kik Alicha are replaced with a blend of Scottish spices, such as thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper. The stew is also made heartier by adding root vegetables like carrots and potatoes, which are commonly used in Scottish cuisine. Additionally, the traditional injera bread served with Kik Alicha is substituted with crusty bread or mashed potatoes, which are more commonly found in Scottish meals. We alse have the original recipe for Kik alicha, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (400g) yellow split peas 2 cups (400g) yellow split peas
• 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced 2 carrots, diced
• 2 potatoes, diced 2 potatoes, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste Salt to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 60g, 8g
• Protein: 18g
• Fiber: 15g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Rinse the yellow split peas under cold water and drain.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until translucent.
4. 4.
   Add the diced carrots and potatoes to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
5. 5.
   Add the rinsed yellow split peas, vegetable broth, dried thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper to the pot.
6. 6.
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the split peas are tender and the stew has thickened.
7. 7.
   Remove the bay leaves and season the stew with salt to taste.
8. 8.
   Serve the Scottish-style Yellow Split Pea Stew hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Yellow split peas — Make sure to rinse the split peas thoroughly before cooking to remove any dirt or debris.
• Vegetable broth — If you prefer a richer flavor, you can use homemade vegetable broth instead of store-bought.

Tips & Tricks

• For a smoky flavor, you can add a dash of smoked paprika to the stew.
• If you prefer a chunkier texture, you can mash some of the cooked split peas and vegetables with a fork before serving.
• Feel free to customize the stew by adding other vegetables like peas or leeks.

Serving advice

Serve the Scottish-style Yellow Split Pea Stew hot in bowls, accompanied by crusty bread or mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for added freshness.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can drizzle a swirl of olive oil on top of the stew and sprinkle some freshly ground black pepper. Serve the stew in rustic bowls for a cozy and inviting look.