Little Greek Peas (Arakas Kokinistos)
Sauté onion and garlic. Add frozen peas, tomatoes, and boiling water. Boil for 5 minutes, then simmer for 40 minutes. Drain some juice. Enjoy as is or lightly mash with a hand masher. A delightful Greek-inspired side dish with tender peas in a flavorful tomato base.
Equipment
- 1 saucepan
- 1 hand masher
Ingredients
- Loads a small bag of peas.
- 1 clove/spoon garlic
- 1 large red onion
- 1 large can of herb infused chopped tomatoes.
Instructions
- Sauté the onion and garlic.
- Add the frozen peas, large can of tomatoes and top up with boiling water.
- Boiling for about 5 minutes.
- Then reduce the heat and simmer for about 40 minutes.
- Drain some of the juice off (but not too much).
- This can then be eaten as it is or mashed up a touch using a hand masher.
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Notes
In the Summer use fresh peas if you can get your hands on some – children will love being involved and helping with the popping of these.