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Cooking split peas without soaking

funkymonkey849
funkymonkey849 Posts: 622 Forumite
in Old style MoneySaving
I forgot to soak yellow split peas overnight and now I want to make a soup. Is it ok just to cook them until they're soft without soaking, and any idea how long this is likely to take?

I don't have a pressure cooker so just on the hob :(

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  • Nordictat2
    Nordictat2 Posts: 1,529 Forumite
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    Hiya...

    Unsoaked peas take from 1 to 2 hours of simmering.
    :D *If you like the advice I give...let me know by clicking the THANKS button* :D
  • BexInLondon
    BexInLondon Posts: 382 Forumite
    I make dahl with them all the time and it takes about an hour, unsoaked!
  • funkymonkey849
    funkymonkey849 Posts: 622 Forumite
    Thanks! Last time they took nearly 2 hours WITH soaking cos the peas were quite old lol, I was beginning to think they would never cook!

    These ones are new so I will have a go :)
  • Patchwork_Quilt
    Patchwork_Quilt Posts: 1,839 Forumite
    If I forget to soak overnight, I put the amount I want to use in a bowl and pour on boiling water. Leave for as long as possible, preferably 2-3 hours
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