Nitrate & Nitrite Free Buttered Peas
Simple side dishes are often where the most satisfying cooking happens, and these buttered peas are a perfect example. Bright green, glossy, and finished with a squeeze of lemon, they taste fresh and vibrant in a way that feels almost too easy to pull off. For anyone avoiding processed meats and cured foods, a clean vegetable side like this is a genuine relief — every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is, with no hidden additives or preservatives to worry about. The shallot softens in butter to create a savory, slightly sweet base that makes the peas feel elevated rather than plain. A touch of lemon juice at the end lifts the whole dish, and the optional torn mint adds a cool, herby note that makes it feel genuinely special. This is the kind of recipe that pairs beautifully with almost any main course and comes together in minutes using nothing but pantry staples and frozen peas.
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4 servings
- 3 cups frozen peas
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- ¼ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, roughly torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the frozen peas and cook for 2 minutes, until bright green and just tender.
- 2
Drain the peas through a colander and return the empty saucepan to the stove over medium-low heat.
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