Best 6 Peas With Parsley And Garlic Butter Recipes

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Peas with parsley and garlic butter is a classic side dish that is both simple and delicious. Made with fresh peas, parsley, and garlic butter, this dish is a great way to add some color and flavor to your plate. The peas are cooked until tender, then tossed with the parsley and garlic butter. The result is a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying.

This article provides three different recipes for peas with parsley and garlic butter. The first recipe is a classic version of the dish, made with fresh peas, parsley, and garlic butter. The second recipe is a variation on the classic, made with frozen peas and a creamy garlic butter sauce. The third recipe is a vegan version of the dish, made with plant-based butter and nutritional yeast.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile side dish. Serve it with grilled chicken or fish, or add it to your favorite pasta dish. You can also enjoy it as a snack or appetizer.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BASIC BUTTERED PEAS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 quart water, for boiling
1 pound peas
1 tablespoon salt (for boiling peas)
1 tablespoon butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Optional additions: pearl onions and lettuce, freshly chopped tarragon, chives, mint, parsley, soaked and chopped dried wild mushrooms or chopped prosciutto.

Steps:

  • Shell the peas if using fresh peas, if using frozen defrost fully before cooking. Bring the water to a rapid boil. Stir in the salt and add the peas. Boil the peas for 1 minute or until they are cooked. Drain the peas when done and add peas to a wide skillet over high heat. Toss in pan until fully dry. Add butter and salt and pepper to taste. Add any optional additions if you choose, and combine.

PEAS WITH GARLIC OIL



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 2 sliced garlic cloves in 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until golden, 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Cook 1 pound thawed frozen peas in a separate skillet, tossing, until heated through, 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic oil and top with chopped basil and flaky sea salt.

PEAS WITH PARSLEY AND GARLIC BUTTER



Peas with Parsley and Garlic Butter image

Categories     Garlic     Herb     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Pea     Spring     Parsley     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
5 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 pound frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup canned vegetable broth
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add garlic and sauté until very fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add peas and broth. Increase heat to medium-high and cook until peas are tender, about 4 minutes. Mix in parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

GREEN PEAS WITH FRESH PARSLEY AND GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE



Green Peas With Fresh Parsley and Garlic Butter Sauce image

From Bon Appetit May 1998. Meant to be served alongside of rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 7m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup unsalted butter
4 -5 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1 lb frozen green pea, thawed
1/4 cup vegetable broth, unsalted (homemade is best)
1/3 cup fresh curly-leaf parsley, chopped
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a pan over medium-low heat and saute the garlic until highly fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the green peas and vegetable broth. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook the mixture until the peas are tender but not shriveled, about 4 minutes total.
  • Stir in the parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PARSLEY PEAS



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A change of pace recipe for frozen peas taste not-so-ordinary. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (May 1982)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas (do not thaw)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 -1 1/2 cup lettuce, chopped
3 tablespoons chicken stock

Steps:

  • Melt butter in small saucepan over low heat.
  • Increase heat to medium-high and add onion, cooking 10 minutes or until tender.
  • Add peas, parsley and salt. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover pan and cook, stirring frequently for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in lettuce and chicken stock.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer until heated (2-5 minutes).

PEAS WITH BACON, GARLIC AND PARSLEY



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Categories     Garlic     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Bacon     Pea     Spring     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

7 bacon slices, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 10-ounce packages frozen peas, thawed
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
Chopped Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Sauté bacon in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until brown and crisp. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels and drain. Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings from skillet. Add garlic to skillet; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add peas and butter to skillet. Saut until heated through, about 5 minutes. Mix in bacon; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to dish; sprinkle with parsley.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, young peas. Avoid peas that are wrinkled or discolored.
  • Shell the peas just before cooking. This will help them retain their sweetness and flavor.
  • Cook the peas briefly. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Add the parsley and garlic butter at the end of cooking. This will prevent the parsley from wilting and the garlic from burning.
  • Serve the peas immediately. They are best enjoyed fresh.

Conclusion:

Peas with parsley and garlic butter is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. The peas are sweet and tender, the parsley adds a fresh, herbaceous flavor, and the garlic butter is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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