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Bobby Flay Peas with Shallots and Pancetta Recipe

Bobby Flay Peas with Shallots and Pancetta Recipe

This Bobby Flay Peas with Shallots and Pancetta Recipe is simple, flavorful and perfect as a side dish. It combines sweet peas with savory pancetta and soft shallots.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American / Italian-inspired
Servings 4
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups peas fresh or frozen
  • 100 g pancetta diced
  • 2 shallots finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional

Instructions
  

Cook pancetta

  • Heat a skillet and cook pancetta until crispy and golden. Remove and set aside.

Cook shallots

  • In the same pan, add olive oil and cook shallots until soft and slightly golden.

Add peas

  • Add peas to the pan and cook for a few minutes until heated through.

Add butter

  • Stir in butter for extra flavor and richness.

Combine pancetta

  • Return pancetta to the pan and mix well.

Season

  • Add salt, pepper and lemon juice if using.

Cook briefly

  • Cook for 2 more minutes until everything is well combined.

Serve hot

  • Serve warm as a side dish.

Notes

  • Use fresh peas for best flavor
  • Do not overcook peas
  • Add garlic for extra taste
  • Use bacon instead of pancetta
  • Add parmesan cheese on top
  • Use shallots instead of onions for sweetness
  • Add herbs like thyme
Keyword Bobby Flay Peas with Shallots and Pancetta Recipe