peas and pancetta

This vibrant and savory dish combines sweet peas with crispy pancetta and aromatic shallots for an irresistible side dish or light main course. The touch of olive oil and optional red pepper flakes elevate the flavors, making this simple recipe a family favorite. This dish pairs beautifully with roasted chicken or fish.

Peas and Pancetta Recipe

olive oil

pancetta, diced (substitute bacon, if desired)

shallots,

peas

Salt and black pepper,

red pepper flakes (optional)

Heat the Olive Oil

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Cook the Pancetta

Add the diced pancetta to the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it turns golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked pancetta to a plate lined with paper towels, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

Sauté the Shallots

Add the chopped shallots to the skillet. Sauté for 2–3 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.

Cook the Peas

Add the frozen peas directly to the skillet with the shallots. Stir well to combine. Cover and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are heated through.

Season and Combine

Season the peas with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired. Return the cooked pancetta to the skillet and stir everything together. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Serve Warm

Transfer the peas and pancetta to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a side dish or light meal.

This dish reminds me of my Nonna Laura's cooking: simple, rustic, and always delish! I know you'll love it, too!

This is one of my most popular Thanksgiving side dishes! It&#039;s a simple mix of frozen peas, crispy pancetta and sweet pears with a subtle, lemony Dijon mustard flavor. It&#039;s easy to make and will add a festive, savory touch to your Thanksgiving dinner table! Watch the video below to see how I make this in my kitchen.

Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and Pancetta)

pancetta

shallots

Dijon mustard

pear

lemon

parsley

black pepper (to taste)

Prep the pear. Peel, slice, and small dice the pear. Place it in a small bowl and stir with the lemon juice. Set aside.

Cook the pancetta. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until golden brown. Using a slotted spoon, remove the pancetta to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain off some of the rendered fat, leaving about 3 tablespoons in the pan.

Add the shallots. Add the sliced shallots and cook for about a minute, until softened, then stir in the mustard.

Add the peas and pears. Add the peas and pears to the pan. Stir for about 5 minutes, until the peas are warmed through.

Stir in pancetta and parsley. Turn off the heat, then stir in half the pancetta, the parsley, and black pepper.

Serve. Transfer the peas to a large serving bowl, top with the remaining pancetta, and garnish with lemon zest.

This pea dish is delicious.  I will be making this dish a lot.  The pears in this dish where unexpected and they along with other ingredients put it over the top. My new favorite.

This dish is amazing! Super fresh but still warm and comforting somehow! I made this during summer and ate it myself for 3 days! Now I’m making it for Friendsgiving! I love the crunch that the pears give, and it’s not off putting and sweet like I thought they might be. Perfect combo w the salty pancetta.

Do the peas  get discolored or too mushy if I make the day before and just reheat?

This is stupid good.  I had rendered some prosciutto recently and had a bruised pear.  Along with some peas fromt the freezer this made a perfect side for Beef Filet.  The flavors are great.  We have a family recipe Pea Salad at Thanksgiving but I'll be serving this again in the future...not just at Thanksgiving!!!

So so so good! Perfect as listed. Made for first time 2 days ago and am already bringing to a potluck dinner tonight.

These are SO good. It really elevates your peas. I just couldn‘t wait for Thanksgiving to have them 😅

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This is one of my most popular Thanksgiving side dishes! It's a simple mix of frozen peas, crispy pancetta and sweet pears with a subtle, lemony Dijon mustard flavor. It's easy to make and will add a festive, savory touch to your Thanksgiving dinner table!

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