Pea soup "Bissara"

4 servings

180 minutes

Bissara pea soup is a traditional Moroccan dish that combines simplicity in preparation with rich flavor. Its roots go back centuries, and in Morocco, it is often served as comforting home food. The thick, creamy texture is achieved through well-cooked peas seasoned with aromatic spices and butter for softness and richness. A light hint of ginger and allspice adds zest, while adjika gives a pleasant spiciness. This soup is perfect as a standalone dish or as a side to traditional Moroccan flatbreads. It is served hot, often garnished with extra olive oil and fresh herbs for an aromatic and warming treat.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 632.1
• Proteins: 27.6g
• Fats: 29.2g
• Carbohydrates: 69.9g

Ingredients

• Peas: 500 g
• Onion: 1 head
• Meat broth: 1 l
• Olive oil: 4 tbsp
• Butter: 30 g
• Adjika: 1 tsp
• Ground allspice: to taste
• Ginger: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Soak the peas and leave for 2 hours.

   Required ingredients:

   • Peas: 500 g

2. Pour the peas with broth and bring to a boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Peas: 500 g
   • Meat broth: 1 l

3. Add a little water, onion to the broth, and drop in the peas. Cook for 30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Peas: 500 g

4. Add spices and melt the butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Adjika: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground allspice:  to taste
   • Ginger:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Butter: 30 g