Serves 4
Rinse split peas to remove any dirt. Quickly rinse wakame in water to remove excess salt. Cut wakame into 1-inch pieces. Add split peas and wakame tot he rest of the ingredients. Bring to a boil, lower flame and simmer 2 hours or until done. Add salt, tamari shoyu, or diluted miso 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with croutons, chopped parsley or scallions.