Double Pea and Chorizo Soup
Double pea and chorizo soup is a hearty main course combining split peas, sweet frozen peas and spicy chorizo. The TM7 grinds the split peas to a fine flour, chops the onions and garlic, and blends everything into a velvety texture. Fresh mint finishes this comforting soup, ready with minimal hands-on work.
About this recipe
Double pea and chorizo soup in the Thermomix TM7 is one of those recipes that proves why an all-in-one kitchen machine belongs in every soup lover's kitchen. Searching for split pea soup recipes Thermomix style usually leads to stovetop versions demanding constant stirring, but here the TM7 does the heavy lifting: it grinds the dried split peas into a fine flour so they cook down creamy without pre-soaking, chops the onions, spring onions and garlic uniformly, and blends the finished soup into a silky-smooth consistency at high speed. The double pea approach is clever: split peas bring body and protein, while frozen peas added later keep their bright colour and sweet flavour. Chorizo lends smoky depth that contrasts beautifully with the fresh mint stirred through at the end. This is a quick weeknight dinner that also freezes well, making it perfect for batch cooking and meal prep sessions.
Preparation tips
- Fry the sliced chorizo in a dry pan first so it releases its smoky paprika oil, then drizzle that flavoured oil over the finished soup for extra depth and a glossy finish.
- Reserve a handful of frozen peas and a few mint leaves to garnish each bowl; the pop of sweetness and fresh green colour elevates the presentation of this rustic soup.
- This soup thickens considerably when chilled, so loosen leftovers with a splash of hot water or stock when reheating, and taste again for salt as the chorizo seasoning mellows overnight.
Recipe variations
- Vegetarian version: replace the chorizo with smoked paprika and diced roasted red pepper, and use vegetable stock; a spoonful of crispy fried onions on top adds the savoury crunch the chorizo normally provides.
- Spring variation: swap half the frozen peas for blanched broad beans or fresh garden peas and finish with lemon zest instead of ginger for a lighter, seasonal bowl that pairs well with crusty bread.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Grinding the split peas to a fine powder in the TM7 means no overnight soaking and an extra creamy soup base. [Multi-Function]
- Chopping the onions, spring onions and garlic in the TM7 takes seconds and delivers uniform pieces that sauté evenly without tears. [Multi-Function]
- Thanks to precise heating, the olive oil and aromatics fry gently in the mixing bowl without splattering or burning. [Precision Control]
- Mixing at high speed blends the peas and chorizo soup into a silky, restaurant-style texture straight in the same bowl. [Multi-Function]
- Weighing the split peas and stock directly in the TM7 bowl guarantees the ideal soup thickness every single time. [Time Savings]
Ingredients
- split peas
- fresh mint leaves
- garlic cloves
- spring onions
- onions
- olive oil
- paprika
- ground ginger
- water
- fine sea salt