Second from the green peas
4 servings
30 minutes
The second dish of green peas is a bright and aromatic Thai cuisine dish that combines the delicate taste of green peas with the spiciness of fried bacon and garlic. Thai cuisine is known for its ability to balance textures and flavors, and this dish is no exception. The sweet peas gain a rich hue from the spicy pancetta, while white sesame adds a light nutty note. Slow cooking allows the ingredients to absorb each other's aromas, creating harmony in every bite. This dish is perfect as a standalone hot treat or as a side to rice or noodles, highlighting the exotic warmth of Thai cuisine.
1
Pour boiling water over the peas and boil.
- Green peas: 600 g
2
At this time, cut the bacon (can be replaced with pancetta or other fatty meats) into small pieces, peel and chop the garlic, then throw everything into a saucepan or skillet and fry.
- Bacon: 300 g
- Garlic: 4 cloves
3
Drain the water from the peas, place them in a container with bacon, add salt, pepper, sesame seeds, mix thoroughly and simmer everything together on low heat for another 5-10 minutes. If necessary (if the meat doesn't provide enough fat), add olive oil.
- Green peas: 600 g
- Bacon: 300 g
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- White sesame seeds: 2 tablespoons
4
Serve hot.
