Fried Peas
Transform your everyday side dish with this vibrant Fried Peas recipe, a quick and flavorful way to elevate frozen peas into a savory delight. Sautéed in olive oil with fragrant garlic, these peas gain a crispy, golden edge that’s perfectly accented with a touch of heat from red chili flakes and earthy black pepper. Finished with bright lemon zest and fresh parsley, this dish offers a zesty, herbaceous twist that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can be enjoyed as a snack straight out of the skillet. With just 10 minutes from pan to plate, Fried Peas is the ultimate go-to recipe for busy weeknights, offering a burst of color, flavor, and nutrition in every bite. Suitable for all skill levels, this unexpectedly delicious dish is sure to become your new favorite side!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the frozen peas directly to the skillet and stir to coat them in the garlic and oil.
Cook the peas for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are heated through and starting to slightly brown.
Season the peas with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon zest and fresh parsley.
Transfer the fried peas to a serving dish and serve immediately as a snack or a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1202 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 882 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
