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    Home » Recipes » Side Dish Recipes

    Kid-Friendly Ginger Peas

    Published: Nov 3, 2020 · Modified: Nov 3, 2020 by Sandi Gaertner · 14 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Fresh peas and shiitake cooked to perfection in a buttery ginger sauce. This is an incredible side dish that even the kids will devour! This simple ginger peas recipe is quick and easy to make and goes with most main meals.

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    Any side dish with peas is worth a try in my book because my kids love them. Given their reaction to this new peas recipe and I have to say this simple kid-friendly side is a winner! I love that Trader Joe's sells bags of shucked English peas. It isn't that I mind shucking peas, but that can take forever so this makes it so much easier!

    If you are new to gluten free, you will want to read my guide to gluten free living for lots of tips to help those new to gluten free.

    Why this recipe is so great:

    This homemade peas side dish recipe is great because you make it with so few ingredients. You can make lots of substitutions so you don't have to worry if you are missing something...and best of all, everyone loves the flavor! Best of all, it is ready in about 12 minutes!

    If you love quick and easy side dish recipes, you will also want to try this brown sugar cinnamon carrots recipe.

    What you need to make this:

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    • Fresh peas - you can also use frozen peas but I do not recommend canned peas.
    • Shiitake mushrooms - these are optional but taste so good with the fresh ginger.
    • Fresh ginger - if you can't find it, you can use powdered.
    • Salt
    • Butter or non-dairy butter depending on if you want this to be dairy-free as well.

    Recipe step by step directions:

    shiitake cooking in a pan

    Step 1: Add butter to a pan and set to medium heat. Add in the sliced shiitake mushrooms and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes.

    peas and shiitake cooking together in a pan

    Step 2: Use a grater to grate the fresh ginger into the frying pan. Add in the peas, salt, and water. Cover and simmer for 8 minutes until the peas are soft. Serve hot with your main meal.

    Easy Substitutions:

    If you don't have some of the ingredients on-hand, here are some easy substitutions you can try:

    • Carrots
    • Corn
    • Diced sweet potatoes
    • Onion

    Serve these peas with:

    • Gluten Free Macaroni and Cheese
    • Citrus Herb Cornish Game Hens
    • Roasted Air Fryer Turkey Breast
    • Gluten Free Buttermilk Oven Fried Chicken

    Common Questions:

    Can you use ground ginger

    In a pinch, you can use ground ginger. I would use ¼ teaspoon.

    Can you use garlic powder

    You can easily use garlic powder, but I would use ¼ teaspoon or less as it is often potent.

    How long will these peas keep?

    These peas will keep up to 4 days in the refrigerator.

    Can you make this dish ahead?

    This dish cooks in about 15 minutes so there isn't much you can do to make it ahead. If you are using un-shucked pea pods, you could easily shuck the peas ahead of time.

    Can you use frozen peas

    You can definitely use frozen peas. If you do, omit the water because the frozen peas will make enough water.

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    Kid-Friendly Ginger Peas

    Sandi Gaertner
    A delicious homemade ginger peas and shiitake mushroom recipe. It makes an incredible kid-friendly side dish for any meal.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Gluten Free Side Dish Recipes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 77 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ½ cups fresh peas *see note
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
    • ⅓ cup shiitake mushrooms sliced
    • ¼ cup water
    • 1 tablespoon butter or vegan butter
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ground black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • If your peas are still in their pods, you will need to shuck them first.
    • Add the butter and mushrooms to a large skillet and cook on medium heat for 4 minutes.
    • Add the peas and the rest of the ingredients Bring to a boil, about 3 minutes
    • Cover and turn the heat to simmer for another 8 minutes. Serve hot.

    Notes

    1. You can use fresh or frozen peas for this recipe. I do not advise using canned peas as they are salted and somewhat mushy.
    2. Use butter, vegan butter, or any light oil but I would skip any strongly flavored oils like coconut.
    3. If you do not have fresh ginger on-hand, you can substitute ¼ teaspoon ground ginger.
    4. This peas side dish will keep up to 4 days in an air-tight container, or up to 4 months in the freezer.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 176mgPotassium: 190mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 503IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Catalina

      November 06, 2020 at 2:42 am

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness! How good these peas look! My kid will love it!

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      • Sandi Gaertner

        November 06, 2020 at 10:55 am

        I can't wait to hear how they liked them. Have a great weekend.

        Reply
    2. Haley Williams

      November 05, 2020 at 6:11 pm

      5 stars
      These are great! The kiddos will love this. The ginger is subtle enough for them to enjoy!

      Reply
      • Sandi Gaertner

        November 05, 2020 at 6:21 pm

        I am so glad Haley, thank you.

        Reply
    3. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert

      November 05, 2020 at 5:37 pm

      5 stars
      This Kid-Friendly Ginger Peas is seriously making me hungry!

      Reply
      • Sandi Gaertner

        November 05, 2020 at 6:21 pm

        They will be perfect for Thanksgiving.

        Reply
    4. Amanda

      November 05, 2020 at 2:59 pm

      I will be making it this weekend and I am sure my kids will love it!

      Reply
      • Sandi Gaertner

        November 05, 2020 at 6:19 pm

        Enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Beth

      November 05, 2020 at 1:37 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so delicious and yummy! My family is going to love this recipe! Can't wait to make this!

      Reply
      • Sandi Gaertner

        November 05, 2020 at 2:18 pm

        Thank you so much...It is a great family recipe.

        Reply
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