Sautéed English Peas With Garlic And Sesame
Fresh English peas are sautéed to perfection in a flavorful blend of sesame and olive oils, with a touch of garlic for an added depth of flavor. Topped with toasted sesame seeds, this dish is a delightful celebration of spring's bounty.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 Tbs. sesame seeds
- 3 lb. English peas, shelled
- 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp. Asian sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Pinch of sea salt, plus more, to taste
- Pinch of freshly ground pepper, plus more, to taste
Instructions
- In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until golden brown and fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Pour onto a plate and set aside to cool.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl two-thirds full with ice water. Add the peas to the boiling water and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain the peas and then immediately plunge them into the ice water. Let stand for a minute or two, then drain.
- In a large fry pan over medium-high heat, warm the olive and sesame oils. When the oils are hot, add the garlic and sauté, stirring constantly, until it is fragrant but not brown, about 30 seconds.
- Add the peas, salt and pepper, and sauté, tossing and stirring occasionally, until the peas are just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds and stir well. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Serve immediately. Serves 4.
- Adapted from Williams-Sonoma <i>New Flavors for Vegetables</i>, by Jodi Liano (Oxmoor House, 2008).
Yield
Serves 4.
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