Best 4 Petits Pois à La Française French Style Peas Recipes

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Petits pois à la française, or French-style peas, are a classic French dish that is both simple and delicious. Made with fresh peas, butter, and a few herbs, this dish is a perfect side dish for any meal. The peas are cooked until tender and then tossed with butter, shallots, and parsley. The result is a flavorful and colorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So if you're looking for a new way to enjoy peas, give this recipe a try!

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PETITS POIS à LA FRANçAISE - FRENCH STYLE PEAS



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A delicious combination of peas, onions and lettuce which are gently poached in a buttery sauce with crème fraiche and vegetable stock; this classic French recipe is a wonderful way to serve tender little peas, petits pois. This recipe makes a delightful accompaniment to any type of main meal, and adds a real splash of colour. I have stated fresh OR frozen peas in the recipe - frozen peas can be used to great effect out of season. In the absence of small silverskin onions, spring onions (green onions) can be used, making this a very versatile recipe to serve throughout the year. Cut back on the butter if you are on a low fat diet - the taste will be less rich, but still as delicious!

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Greens

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ounces butter
16 small white pearl onions (green onions) or 4 spring onions, chopped (green onions)
1 small iceberg lettuce, thickly sliced
1 teaspoon caster sugar
1/4 pint vegetable stock
1 lb fresh peas, weight after being podded or 1 lb frozen peas
2 tablespoons creme fraiche
2 -4 stalks of fresh mint

Steps:

  • Gently heat the butter in a large saucepan and add the onions and lettuce. Cook over a medium heat for 5 minutes until the onions and lettuce soft but not coloured. If the pan gets too hot just add a little vegetable stock.
  • Pour in the vegetable stock and add the caster sugar, bring to the boil and continue to cook on a fast boil for a further 3 minutes. Taste and season with a salt and black pepper.
  • Add the fresh or frozen peas to the stock with the onions and lettuce. Cook over a low to medium heat for 10 minutes for the fresh peas or 5 minutes for the frozen peas - or until they are cooked through, but NOT mushy or too soft; they should still retain their vibrant green colour and have a "bite" to them.
  • Just before the end of the cooking time - add the creme fraiche and gently mix; allow to heat through for about 1 to 2 minutes. Check the seasoning once more and adjust to taste.
  • Serve immediately with the sprigs of fresh mint on top.

PETITS POIS A LA FRANCAISE



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Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 small or 2 fat scallions, finely sliced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 drop garlic-infused oil (or any oil really)
1 Little Gem (Butterhead) lettuce, shredded
2 cups frozen petits pois
1/2 cup hot chicken stock (concentrate or cube and hot water is fine)

Steps:

  • Cook the scallions in the butter and oil until soft. Stir in the shredded lettuce, and when it is wilted add the frozen peas and stock.
  • Cook at a robust simmer, uncovered, until everything is tender and the liquid flavorful and reduced.

PETITS POIS A LA FRANCAISE (SMALL PEAS WITH SHREDDED LETTUCE)



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, weekday, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 10-ounce packages frozen green peas with pearl onions
1 small head Boston lettuce, about 1/4 pound
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon flour
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Allow the peas and onions to stand until defrosted.
  • Cut away and discard the core of the lettuce. Rinse and pat dry. Cut the leaves into fine shreds. There should be about 3 cups.
  • Blend 1 tablespoon of the butter with the flour until smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat the remaining tablespoon of butter in a small skillet and add the shredded lettuce. Rince and pat dry. Cook, stirring, until wilted. Add the peas and onions and salt. Cover and cook about 4 minutes. Stir in the but ter-flour mixture and cook briefly.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 114, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 419 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PEAS ON ITS FRENCH (PETITS POIS A LA FRANCAISE)



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Make and share this Peas on Its French (Petits Pois a La Francaise) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     European

Time 18m

Yield 2 cups peas, 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons peanut oil
2 cups tiny fresh pea pods (can sub 10 oz. pkg. frozen peas)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 large lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Heat peanut oil in a skillet.
  • Add peas, onions, salt and pepper; cover and cook over medium heat 10-15 minutes.
  • Add lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.4, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 396.6, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.4, Protein 1.7

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh peas. If you're using frozen peas, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • To make sure the peas are cooked evenly, use a large skillet or saucepan so that they can spread out in a single layer.
  • Don't overcook the peas. They should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Season the peas generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or garlic powder.
  • Serve the peas immediately with your favorite main course. They're also great as a side dish for a buffet or potluck.

Conclusion:

Petits pois à la française is a classic French dish that is both simple to make and delicious. It's a great way to enjoy fresh peas in season. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will impress your family and friends.

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