Steamed English Peas

My grandmother taught me how to steam English peas wrapped in lettuce with a little milk and butter. It is super simple and oh so delicious. If you can find the younger, smaller fresh peas it is even better!

Created by on March 1, 2015

Ingredients

  • cup Fresh English peas (Frozen will work, too. Just be sure to thaw first. Look for 'petite' peas at the store.)Look for 'petite' peas at the store.
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • green leaf lettuce, not Iceberg
  • milk
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium sized saucepan add enough milk to cover the bottom of the pan about 1/4 inch deep. Water can be used in place of the milk.
  2. Line the bottom of the pan with a single layer of lettuce leaves. It is okay if the leaves overlap.
  3. Add peas and butter.
  4. Cover peas and butter with a second layer of lettuce leaves.
  5. Cook over low heat until liquid begins to bubble. Continue cooking for another 5 to 10 minutes until peas are crisp and tender.
  6. Drain liquid and discard lettuce. Season with salt and pepper and serve.