Hearty Faux Gumbo with Spicy Andouille and Split Peas
This comforting faux gumbo combines spicy andouille sausage with tender split peas and zucchini in a savory broth for a warming, easy meal.
Ingredients
olive oil
chopped onion
spicy andouille sausage, chopped
salt
low-sodium chicken broth
split peas, picked over
bay leaves
sliced zucchini
ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped andouille sausage to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Season with a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the split peas and bay leaves. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes or until split peas are tender.
- Add the sliced zucchini, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and continue to simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes until zucchini is tender and soup slightly thickened.
- Remove bay leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning as needed and enjoy your hearty faux gumbo!
