Garlic & Lemon Peas with Crispy Shallots
Ingredients
- 3 cupsfrozen peas
- 2 mediumshallots
- 3 clovesgarlic
- 3 tablespoonolive oil
- 1lemon
- ·salt
- ·black pepper
- ¼ cupfresh mint (optional)
Prep
- 01
Thinly slice 2 shallots into thin rings. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry shallot rings until golden and crispy, about 4–5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel.
- 02
Mince 3 cloves garlic.
Method
- 01
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 02
Add the crispy shallots (from prep) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- 03
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- 04
Add the frozen peas and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and tender.
- 05
Squeeze in the juice of 1 lemon and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 06
Transfer to a serving bowl, top with crispy shallots and fresh mint if using, and serve immediately.
Spice Tips
For depth, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic. A small splash of white wine (2 tablespoons) adds acidity instead of lemon if preferred. Finish with a grating of Parmesan or a drizzle of truffle oil for richness.
Serve as a side dish or toss with warm pasta or rice for a light main. Make-ahead: fry the shallots earlier in the day and store in an airtight container; rewarm gently in a dry skillet before serving.