Garlic Buttered Frozen Peas Recipe
This simple and flavorful recipe for Garlic Buttered Peas transforms frozen peas into a delicious side dish. Using garlic sautéed in butter, the peas are cooked until tender and coated in a savory garlic butter sauce, perfect for complementing any meal.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 50g / 3 tbsp unsalted butter (or other oil/fat)
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 500g / 1 lb frozen peas
- 1/2 tsp cooking or kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp water
- Sauté garlic: Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until it becomes light golden and fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook peas: Add the frozen peas to the saucepan along with the salt, black pepper, and water. Increase the heat to medium-high. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the water has evaporated and the peas are hot and well coated in the garlic butter.
- Serve: Transfer the garlic buttered peas to a bowl and serve immediately as a delicious, savory side dish.
Notes
- You can substitute unsalted butter with olive oil or another preferred fat.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste based on your preference.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice or fresh herbs like parsley before serving.
- Use fresh minced garlic rather than pre-minced for the best flavor.
Keywords: garlic butter peas, frozen peas recipe, easy vegetable side, quick peas, sautéed garlic peas