Peas and ham is a tribute to home cooking, where a few ingredients turn into a dish rich in flavor. The peas, sweet and tender, are sautéed in a pan with onion and extra virgin olive oil, releasing their delicate aroma. The raw ham, cut into thin strips or cubes, joins in a savory and enveloping embrace, creating a perfect contrast with the sweetness of the legumes. Ideal as a side dish or as a topping for fresh pasta, this dish captures the essence of tradition: simple, genuine, and irresistibly good. A touch of black pepper and a few mint leaves can add freshness.
And here are some tasty recipes you can prepare for your guests:
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 18 oz frozen peas
- 5 oz raw ham (single slice)
- Half onion
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- 1 cup vegetable broth
Steps
To prepare peas and ham, first finely chop the onion. Place a non-stick pan on the heat, pour in 3/4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, add the onion and let it gently wilt, it should not brown.
Add the still frozen peas to the pan and cook on high heat for a few minutes, stirring with a spatula. Add the cup of vegetable broth, bring to a boil, and cover with a lid. Lower the heat and cook for about ten minutes on moderate heat. If it dries out too much, add a little water.
Meanwhile, cut the raw ham into cubes or strips and after 10 minutes add them to the peas. Continue cooking for a few more minutes or until the peas are cooked. Adjust the salt only if necessary.
Once cooked, turn off the heat and serve the peas and ham. Enjoy your meal!
Storage
If you use frozen peas, you can store them in the fridge for a maximum of one day in an airtight container. If the peas are fresh, you can store them in the fridge for a couple of days.
You can substitute raw ham with cooked ham or speck.
