Ingredients

• 500 g frozen green peas
• 1 piece yellow onion
• 1 kg vegetable broth
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 bunch fresh dill
• 1 bunch fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 clove garlic

Instructions

1. Prepare aromatic base

   Finely dice the onion into 5mm pieces and mince the garlic cloves. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent, stirring occasionally. Do not let the onion brown as it will affect the soup's delicate flavor.

2. Add garlic fragrance

   Add minced garlic to the softened onions and cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir constantly to prevent burning. The garlic should release its aroma but not turn golden. Do not overcook as burnt garlic will make the soup bitter.

3. Cook the peas

   Add frozen peas to the pot and stir well. Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until peas are heated through and bright green. Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat. Do not use high heat as it can make the peas mushy before they're properly cooked.

4. Simmer until tender

   Simmer the soup on low heat for 15-20 minutes until peas are completely tender when pierced with a fork. The broth should be aromatic and the peas should easily mash against the side of the pot. Do not rush this step as undercooked peas won't blend smoothly.

5. Blend to perfection

   Remove from heat and blend the soup using an immersion blender for 2-3 minutes until completely smooth and creamy. Alternatively, blend in batches in a regular blender. The soup should have a silky, uniform texture with no lumps. Do not over-blend as it can make the soup gluey.

6. Add fresh herbs

   Finely chop the dill and parsley, then stir into the blended soup along with salt and black pepper. Heat gently over low heat for 2-3 minutes to warm through. The herbs should be vibrant and aromatic. Do not boil after adding herbs as they will lose their fresh flavor and color.

7. Finish and serve

   Remove from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle into bowls immediately while hot. The soup should have a bright, fresh flavor with a smooth consistency. Do not let it sit too long as the beautiful green color may fade.

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