Petits Pois La Franaise French Style Peas
Experience classic French elegance with Petits Pois à la Française, a simple yet sophisticated side dish that showcases tender peas simmered with shredded baby gem lettuce, sweet onions, and a hint of sugar for a delicate balance of flavors. Enriched with butter and olive oil, this recipe combines creamy vegetable stock and optional double cream to create a luscious, comforting texture. Lightly seasoned with salt and pepper and topped with fresh parsley, this vibrant dish pairs perfectly with roasted meats or serves as a delightful accompaniment to warm crusty bread. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a quick and flavorful way to elevate your dinner table with a touch of French flair. Keywords: French-style peas, Petits Pois, side dish, easy recipes, quick cooking, vegetable side.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 500 grams fresh or frozen peas
- 125 milliliters vegetable stock or water
- 1 baby gem lettuce, shredded
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons double cream (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the butter and olive oil in a medium saucepan or skillet over medium heat until the butter melts and begins to foam.
Add the finely chopped onion and cook, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes, or until soft and translucent. Do not let the onion brown.
Stir in the peas, vegetable stock or water, shredded lettuce, and granulated sugar.
Season with the salt and black pepper, then mix well to coat everything evenly.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the mixture simmer gently for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
If using double cream, stir it in during the last 2 minutes of cooking and allow it to warm through.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Remove the pan from the heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately as a side dish, or enjoy on its own with fresh bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
939 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.8 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 1690 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.3 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.8 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1617 mg | 34% | |
*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.
