Frozen Peas Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This Frozen Peas recipe is next-level—tossed with crispy bacon, caramelized shallots, and garlic, they’re so good you’ll forget they started in the freezer.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Healthy

Keyword: frozen peas, Frozen Peas Recipe

Servings: as a side

Author: Chelsea Lords

Cost: $5.12

Equipment

Large pan 10–12 inches

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 ounces (3 slices) bacon diced
1 large shallot halved and sliced, 1/2 cup
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic or 1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 (10 to 12-ounce) bag frozen peas
Salt and pepper see note 1
1-1/2 teaspoons finely diced fresh mint leaves or flat-leaf parsley, optional
1 lemon optional

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Instructions

Dice the bacon and thinly slice the shallot before starting.
Add olive oil to a large (10–12-inch) pan and set to medium heat. Add in the diced bacon, shallot, and garlic. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally at first and more frequently at the end, until bacon is browned and shallots are tender.
Add in the frozen peas and season to taste (I add 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper). Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring frequently, until peas are heated through, about 3–5 minutes. Taste for seasonings, adding more if needed. Remove from heat, and if desired, add fresh herbs and 1 tsp lemon juice. Enjoy warm!

Notes

Note 1: Don’t forget the power of salt and pepper in such a simple dish; a little goes a long way! The amount you’ll need will vary depending on the saltiness of the bacon. Taste and adjust to personal preference.

This recipe is adapted from Ina Garten’s peas and pancetta recipe.

Storage: Let the peas cool, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

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