Spring peas with pancetta is a classic spring dish that offers a delicious combination of sweet peas and salty pancetta. This dish is easy to make and can be served as a side dish or main course. The peas are cooked in a flavorful broth with pancetta, onion, and garlic, and then finished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs. This dish is a great way to enjoy the fresh flavors of spring and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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PEAS AND PANCETTA
An Italian side dish special. Simple but full of flavor.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat; cook and stir pancetta and onion in the hot oil until pancetta is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir peas, white wine, thyme, salt, and pepper into pancetta mixture; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until peas are tender and liquid is slightly reduced, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 232.2 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
PEAS & PANCETTA
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a medium (10-inch) saute pan, add the pancetta and shallot, and cook over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pancetta is browned and the shallot is tender. Add the frozen peas, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook over medium-low heat for 4 to 5 minutes, until the peas are hot. Stir in the mint, taste for seasonings, and serve hot.
PAPPARDELLE WITH PANCETTA AND PEAS
The very notion of buttery noodles and fresh sweet peas is enough to make anyone swoon. As a meal, it is the essence of simplicity. But no one will complain if there is also a whisper of new green garlic, a dab of herby pesto and a dollop of ricotta. Oh, and a touch of lemon zest. Add tender mustard greens and a few bites of pancetta or bacon to round it all out.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, pastas, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Set a small saucepan of water over high heat and bring to a boil. Add pancetta and cook for 1 minute, then drain and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil on the back burner, for cooking the pasta.
- Meanwhile, put basil, parsley and mint in a mortar or mini food processor and mash to a coarse paste with about 1/4 cup oil. Set aside.
- Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add green garlic and peas, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Allow garlic and peas to sizzle without browning for about 1 minute. Add reserved pancetta and 1/2 cup water, and bring to a simmer for 1 minute more. Stir in mustard greens to wilt slightly, then add herb paste, ricotta and lemon zest. Turn off the heat
- Cook the pasta at a brisk simmer until al dente. Drain and toss gently with ingredients in skillet. Taste and adjust seasoning. Transfer to a warm platter or individual dishes and serve immediately. Pass grated cheese at the table.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 869, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 112 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 968 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SPRING PEAS WITH PANCETTA
This comes from the April 2005 issue of Cooking Light. They recommend that you do not substitute bacon for the pancetta as the smoky flavor would overwhelm the peas. The unsmoked pancetta really balances the sweetness of the new peas. You can substitute frozen petite green peas for the fresh.
Provided by Kim127
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pancetta and saute for about 5 minutes or until the pancetta is crispy. Remove pancetta. Chop pancetta into pieces.
- Add onion and garlic to the drippings in the skillet. Saute for 2-5 minutes until tender.
- Add peas, broth, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until the peas are at the desired tenderness.
- Stir in chopped parsley and pancetta. Stir and heat through.
- Serve.
CREAMY SPRING PEAS WITH PANCETTA
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Fill a large bowl with ice water. If using fresh English peas, add to the boiling water and cook until tender, about 1 minute. Add the snap peas and cook until bright green, about 2 minutes, then add the snow peas and cook 30 seconds. Drain the peas and plunge into the ice water to cool.Cook the pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon. Add the flour to the drippings in the skillet and cook, whisking, until toasted, about 1 minute. Whisk in the chicken broth and cream and cook until reduced by one-third, about 6 minutes.Drain the peas, shaking off the excess water, then add to the skillet (if using frozen peas, add them here). Cook, stirring, until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with the pancetta.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.
Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 159
SPRING ONION, PEA & PANCETTA TART
Try our savoury take on a puff pastry tart, made with peas, eggs, herbs and pancetta. Quick and easy, it's sure to become a favourite with the whole family
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield Serves 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Unravel the sheet of puff pastry on its baking parchment and slide onto a large baking tray. Score a border about 1cm from the edge all the way around the pastry, being careful not to cut all the way through. Prick the middle all over with a fork, then bake for 15 mins until puffed up and golden. Tip the spring onions onto a small baking tray, drizzle with the oil and season. Roast these alongside the pastry for the final 5 mins of cooking time.
- Meanwhile, cook the pancetta in a small frying pan set over a medium heat until golden. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
- Mix the soft cheese, chopped herbs, egg yolk, half the parmesan and the mustard together and season well. Gently squash the middle of the tart base down using the back of a spoon, then spread over the soft cheese mixture. Scatter the defrosted peas and pancetta over the soft cheese mixture, then arrange the roasted spring onions on top. Sprinkle over the remaining parmesan and return to the oven for 10 mins. Scatter with the remaining whole-leaf herbs, then slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium
FRESH PEAS WITH PANCETTA AND MINT
Make and share this Fresh Peas With Pancetta and Mint recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook the pancetta and oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until the pancetta is browned.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pancetta to paper towels to drain.
- Add the shallots to the skillet and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 1 minute.
- Add the peas and stir well.
- Stir in the broth and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook until the peas are almost tender, about 5 minutes.
- Uncover and increase the heat to high.
- Cook until the broth is evaporated and the peas are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from the heat; stir in the mint.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.7, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 21, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 12.4, Sugar 13.3, Protein 13
Tips:
- Select tender spring peas: Look for peas that are bright green and plump, with no blemishes or bruises.
- Prepare the peas properly: Shell the peas if necessary, and rinse them well under cold water.
- Use good quality pancetta: Pancetta adds a savory, salty flavor to the dish. Look for pancetta that is thinly sliced and not too fatty.
- Cook the pancetta until crispy: This will help to render out the fat and add flavor to the dish.
- Add the peas to the pancetta towards the end of cooking: This will prevent them from becoming overcooked and mushy.
- Season the dish to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You may also want to add a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Conclusion:
Spring peas with pancetta is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The peas are tender and sweet, while the pancetta adds a salty, savory flavor. This dish is also a good source of protein and fiber. Serve it as a side dish or as a main course with a side of rice or pasta.
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