Sopa de guisantes partidos con costillas de cerdo

Ingredientes

• 1 1/2 pounds pork ribs, without the membrane that covers the part of the bones, cut into chunks
• 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 3/4 cup of chopped onion
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/3 cup red bell pepper, liquefied
• 1 pound split peas, rinsed and drained
• 8 cups of water
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 1/2 cups of potatoes, cut into half-inch cubes
• 2 1/2 teaspoons of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparación

1. 1

   In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat ½ teaspoon of olive oil and add the pork ribs. Cook for 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Turn the pork ribs and cook for 5 more minutes until golden brown. Remove from heat and reserve.

3. 3

   In a pot over medium heat, heat the rest of the olive oil and add the onion, garlic and red bell pepper. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes until wilting.

4. 4

   Add the peas and stir.

5. 5

   Add the pork ribs and stir.

6. 6

   Add water and bay leaves.

7. 7

   Bring to boil and remove the foam that is formed on the surface.

8. 8

   Reduce the heat to medium and cook covered for 20 minutes.

9. 9

   Add the potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Stir and cook covered for 15 minutes.

10. 10

    Serve hot.