Reduce heat; cover and simmer until peas are tender, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Add salt ... and green onions. Do ...

Season with salt and pepper. (This can be made in advance. If it thickens on standing, reheat with a little extra water.) Serve the split pea purée and sauerkraut with rashers of pork belly.

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