Lady Peas with Salt Pork and Rice

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Lady Peas with Salt Pork and Rice
45 min.
4
381kcal

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Discover the delightful flavors of Southern cuisine with our Lady Peas with Salt Pork and Rice recipe. This dish is a perfect blend of simplicity and heartiness, making it an ideal side for any meal. The star of the show, lady peas, are tender and sweet, offering a unique taste that pairs beautifully with the savory, crispy salt pork. Whether you’re using fresh or frozen peas, this recipe ensures a burst of flavor in every bite.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a gluten-free and dairy-free dish that serves four, making it perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners with friends. The combination of sautéed onions and garlic adds depth to the dish, while the scallion greens provide a fresh, vibrant finish. The rich, rendered fat from the salt pork not only enhances the flavor but also gives the peas a luxurious texture.

Serve this dish over a bed of fluffy rice, allowing the grains to soak up the delicious juices, and watch as your guests savor every mouthful. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, this recipe is not only satisfying but also nourishing. Embrace the comfort of home-cooked meals with this delightful recipe that celebrates the essence of Southern cooking!

Ingredients

  • cups pea-mond dressing fresh frozen shelled thaw ( 4 lb in shells) (1 lb; do not )
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • medium onion finely chopped
  • servings rice 
  • 0.3 lb salt pork dry rinsed
  • 0.3 cup spring onion thinly sliced
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Cut off and discard any skin from salt pork, then cut salt pork into 1/3-inch pieces. Cook in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until most of fat is rendered and pork is golden and crisp, 6 to 8 minutes.
  2. Transfer pork with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  3. Pour off all but about 1 tablespoon fat from saucepan, then cook onion in fat over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  5. Stir in peas and water and simmer, uncovered, until tender, 30 to 35 minutes. Stir in scallions and salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve peas over rice and sprinkle with salt pork.

Nutrition Facts

Calories381kcal
Protein12.47%
Fat55.16%
Carbs32.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.8
Glycemic Load
8.82
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.756086924802%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
6.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:380.58kcal
19.03%
Fat:23.56g
36.24%
Saturated Fat:8.52g
53.27%
Carbohydrates:31.1g
10.37%
Net Carbohydrates:22.04g
8.02%
Sugar:5.58g
6.21%
Cholesterol:24.38mg
8.13%
Sodium:777.34mg
33.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.99g
23.97%
Folate:277.95µg
69.49%
Fiber:9.06g
36.24%
Manganese:0.7mg
34.78%
Phosphorus:229.71mg
22.97%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.75%
Copper:0.41mg
20.54%
Iron:3.55mg
19.7%
Magnesium:76.75mg
19.19%
Vitamin K:15.27µg
14.54%
Zinc:2.04mg
13.58%
Potassium:441.9mg
12.63%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.44%
Selenium:5.41µg
7.73%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.46%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.05%
Vitamin B3:1.19mg
5.95%
Calcium:51.8mg
5.18%
Vitamin C:4.19mg
5.08%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.69%
Vitamin A:82.35IU
1.65%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.37%
Source:Epicurious