Homemade Creamy Pea Soup (London Particular)
Homemade Creamy Pea Soup (London Particular)
Royal British Delicacy Made Easy: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creamy Pea Soup
Experience a classic British starter, the London Particular, right in your own kitchen! Featured in beloved films, this royal dish offers a wonderfully creamy texture and a subtly sweet, savory flavor profile. It’s not only delicious but also incredibly healthy. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a light, satisfying brunch.
Ingredients- 300g peas (frozen or fresh)
- 1 medium onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 carrot
- 1/3 celery stalk
- 300ml water
- Lemon juice (to taste)
- Apple mint leaves (for garnish)
- 25ml heavy cream (or to preference)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil (a drizzle)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s begin making your delicious pea soup! Having all your ingredients prepped will make the cooking process much smoother.
Step 2
First, rinse the peas thoroughly under cold running water. If you’re using frozen peas, ensure they are thawed before proceeding.
Step 3
In a pot, combine 300ml of water with roughly chopped pieces of 1/4 onion, 1/4 carrot, and 1/3 celery stalk. Simmering these vegetables will create a flavorful vegetable broth, adding depth to your soup.
Step 4
While the vegetable broth is simmering, finely mince 1 clove of garlic and the remaining portion of the onion (about 3/4 of the onion). Finely mincing the onion ensures it cooks down smoothly and contributes to a velvety soup texture.
Step 5
Once the vegetable broth is ready, strain it and set aside. In the same pot, add a drizzle of olive oil. Then, add the minced onion and garlic and sauté over medium-low heat. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and releases its natural sweetness. Be careful not to let it burn.
Step 6
To the sautéed onions and garlic in the pot, add the prepared 300g of peas, a pinch of salt, and the 300ml of reserved vegetable broth.
Step 7
Cover the pot and let it simmer gently over low heat for 15 minutes. The key to a smooth soup is allowing the peas to cook until they are very tender.
Step 8
Turn off the heat. Add 2 sprigs of apple mint for freshness, 25ml of heavy cream for richness, and freshly ground black pepper to your liking. Let the mixture cool slightly. The mint’s aroma complements the sweetness of the peas beautifully.
Step 9
Once the mixture has cooled down a bit, transfer it to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend until it is completely smooth and creamy. Aim for a velvety consistency with no lumps.
Step 10
Carefully ladle the blended pea soup into a beautiful serving bowl.
Step 11
Finally, garnish with a swirl of fresh cream and a few fresh mint leaves. Your elegant London Particular is ready! Enjoy the wholesome, creamy, and subtly sweet flavors of this delightful homemade pea soup. It’s a perfect choice for a special occasion or a healthy, satisfying meal.
