Pelēkie Zirņi ar SpeķiGrey Peas with Bacon
A classic Latvian dish of tender grey peas tossed with smoky bacon and sweet onion. Traditionally served in the colder months, it is simple, hearty, and deeply satisfying.
Prep
12h 15m
Cook
2h
Serves
6
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Ingredients
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Peas
- 400gGrey Peas (rinsed)
Soaking
- 1.2lWater (cold)
Peas
- 1.8lWater
Topping
- 220gBacon (diced)
- 180gOnion (finely chopped)
Peas
- 6gSalt
- 2gBlack Pepper
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Method
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- 01
Cover the grey peas with the cold water and refrigerate overnight. Drain and rinse.
- 02
Place them in a pot with the fresh water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 75 to 90 minutes, until tender but still holding their shape.
- 03
Drain the peas well and season with the salt and black pepper.
- 04
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until the fat renders and the edges begin to crisp.
- 05
Add the onion and cook until soft and golden.
- 06
Fold the hot peas into the bacon and onion mixture and cook briefly so the flavors combine.
- 07
Serve hot.
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