**Indulge in the Delightful Symphony of Flavors: French Peas with Water Chestnuts**
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of French cuisine with a dish that harmoniously blends the vibrant flavors of fresh peas and the delicate crunch of water chestnuts. This classic French recipe, known as "Petits Pois à la Française," is a delightful symphony of flavors, textures, and colors. As you savor each bite, you'll be captivated by the tender sweetness of the peas, the subtle nuttiness of the water chestnuts, and the aromatic embrace of fresh herbs. Whether served as a vibrant side dish or a delectable vegetarian main course, this timeless recipe promises a delightful and satisfying dining experience. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions for two variations of French peas with water chestnuts: a classic recipe featuring a luscious creamy sauce and a lighter, vegan version that showcases the natural flavors of the vegetables. Both variations are delectable and offer a unique culinary experience. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your dinner guests with this exquisite French delicacy!
CRUNCHY PEA AND WATER CHESTNUT SALAD
Great fresh-tasting salad.
Provided by candygrama
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Pea Salad Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place frozen peas in a colander; rinse under hot water to thaw. Drain.
- Mix peas, carrots, water chestnuts, and green onions together in a bowl.
- Whisk vegetable oil, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, sugar, paprika, and dry mustard together in a separate bowl; pour over pea mixture. Marinate salad for at least 1 hour.
- Stir mayonnaise into salad just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 408.1 mg, Sugar 8 g
WATER CHESTNUT PEA SALAD
A local restaurant serves a pea salad that everyone raves over, so I came up with a similar version my family likes even better. My husband requests the well-dressed crunchy combination often during the summer. At 70¢ a serving, it doesn't cost a lot to make this chilled vegetable side dish. -Maree Waggener Cheney, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook carrots in a small amount of water until crisp-tender; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a serving bowl; add the peas, water chestnuts, onions and cheese. In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, bacon and pepper; mix well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 428mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
SNOW PEAS WITH WATER CHESTNUTS
Snow peas with water chestnuts, sesame seeds, and mint. This is quick and easy, yet good enough for company.
Provided by NAUTICOLE
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the snow peas, and cook for 2 minutes, then add the water chestnuts, mint, and sesame seeds. Cook and stir until the snow peas are tender, and the water chestnuts are hot, about 3 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 6.4 mg, Sugar 4 g
GREEN PEA CASSEROLE
Excellent, sophisticated dish. Great for luncheons. This dish is always a smash hit!
Provided by SALLIEBRYANT
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the peas, pimentos, water chestnuts, cream of celery soup and onion. Pour into a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Top with shredded cheese. In a separate bowl, mix together the cracker crumbs and margarine; sprinkle evenly over the cheese.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until browned and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 13.3 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 712.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH WATER CHESTNUTS
Make and share this Sugar Snap Peas With Water Chestnuts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by mums the word
Categories Vegetable
Time 13m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
- Saute garlic for about 1 minute until softened, be careful not to let it brown or it will be bitter.
- Add snap peas, salt and crushed red pepper flakes - cook and stir until tender (4-5 min.).
- Add water chestnuts, stir and heat through.
- Sprinkle cashews over and serve.
PEA AND WATER CHESTNUT SALAD
This salad is a delicious crunchy combination. I especially like this for summer barbeques for something different. I clipped it from Quick Cooking magazine a couple years ago.
Provided by Chris from Kansas
Categories Summer
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook carrots in a small amount of water until crisp-tender; drain and rinse in cold water.
- Place in a serving bowl; add the peas, water chestnuts, onions and cheese.
- In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, bacon and pepper; mix well.
- Pour over salad and toss to coat.
- Chill until serving.
CREAMY PEAS AND WATER CHESTNUTS
Make and share this Creamy Peas and Water Chestnuts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by pines506
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix peas, soup, water chestnuts and cheddar and pour into a greased flat casserole dish.
- Mix cracker crumbs and margarine, sprinkle on top.
- Bake at 350F uncovered for 30 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.5, Fat 37.1, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 29.7, Sodium 946.5, Carbohydrate 30.8, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 9.7, Protein 15.1
QUICK AND EASY PEAS & WATER CHESTNUTS
Peas are about the only vegetable my DH likes, and this micowave recipe is so quick and easy. It came from the back of a bag of frozen peas!
Provided by east coast nellie
Categories Vegetable
Time 11m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a 2 quart dish, combine peas and water; cover and microwave on HIGH for 7 minutes.
- Stir in remaining ingredients.
- Cover and microwave again on HIGH for 3 minutes or until heated through.
- Add salt to taste, if necessary.
SNOW PEAS WITH WATER CHESTNUTS
This is a simple veggie dish that goes well with almost anything. It looks nice enough for company or a holiday dinner. Fresh snow peas are the preference but frozen will work well too. 10 mins prep time is for frozen peas, fresh will take a bit longer.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Wash fresh snow peas if using; trim the ends and string.
- Defrost snow peas and dry on paper towels.
- Melt butter in a wok or lg skillet and add the peas, water chestnuts, garlic, salt, pepper and lemon juice.
- Cook over high heat, stirring, until veggies are tender crisp. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.4, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 322.4, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.7, Protein 2.1
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender peas. Look for peas that are bright green and plump. Avoid peas that are wrinkled or discolored.
- Use high-quality water chestnuts. Canned water chestnuts are fine, but fresh water chestnuts are better. If you're using fresh water chestnuts, peel and slice them before using.
- Don't overcook the peas. Peas should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight crunch. Overcooked peas will be mushy.
- Season the peas to taste. Salt and pepper are the basic seasonings for peas, but you can also add other herbs and spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or thyme.
- Serve the peas immediately. Peas are best served hot or warm. You can also chill them and serve them as a cold salad.
Conclusion:
French peas with water chestnuts is a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. The peas are tender and flavorful, and the water chestnuts add a nice crunch. This dish is also very versatile. You can add other vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or onions. You can also use different seasonings to create different flavor profiles.
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