Split Pea Spinach and Leek Soup

• olive oil (for frying)↗
• large leek, chopped↗1
• garlic cloves↗2
• g dried split green peas, soaked overnight in water, then rinsed & drained↗125
• kg fresh spinach, washed and drained↗1
• teaspoon curry powder↗3⁄4
• freshly squeezed lime, juice of↗1
• fresh mint leaves↗8
• cups vegetable stock↗3 -4

Step-by-step instructions

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   1.In a saucepan, fry your leek, then after a few minutes, add the garlic.

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   2.Next, add the remaining ingredients, except for the spinach, mint and lime juice.

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   3.After the peas have totally softened, add the spinach, cover, and simmer until the spinach softens, but don’t overcook it.

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   4.When the spinach is ready, add the lime juice, and the mint. Process, and serve. Check for salt, this is not a dessert ! Enjoy.