Whip up a batch of Homemade Pureed Peas in a flash! Simply steam or boil fresh or frozen peas until tender, then blend until smooth for a nutritious and versatile ingredient. This vibrant Pea Puree is perfect for introducing solids to your little one or adding a pop of green goodness to soups, sauces, and dips.
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Why This Recipe Works
- Nutrient-Rich: This Pureed Peas Recipe is packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber, providing a nutritious boost to your diet.
- Versatile: Whether served as a side dish, incorporated into sauces or soups, or used as a base for other recipes, this Pureed Peas Recipe offers versatility in meal planning and culinary creativity.
- Flavorful: With its vibrant color and fresh taste, this Pureed Peas Recipe is sure to delight your taste buds and add a burst of flavor to your meals.
🥘 Ingredients
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- Fresh or Frozen Steamed Peas: Add a burst of freshness to this easy pureed peas recipe.
- Hot Water: Essential for achieving the desired consistency in this smooth and flavorful pureed peas recipe.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
📖 Substitutions & Variations
- Roasted Red Pepper Pea Puree: Blend roasted red peppers into the pea puree with chicken stock for a smoky and slightly sweet flavor profile that offers a unique twist on the classic recipe.
- Pea and Mint Puree: Enhance the pea puree with a refreshing twist by adding fresh mint leaves during blending for a burst of herbaceous flavor.
- Lemon Garlic Pea Puree: Infuse the pea puree with zesty lemon juice and minced garlic for a tangy and aromatic kick that elevates the dish to a whole new level of deliciousness.
🔪How To Make Pureed Peas?
Step One: Place the peas into a food processor along with ¼ cup of water. Gradually add more water while blending until you achieve the desired consistency. Aim for a texture similar to store-bought baby food, not too thick but not too watery.
Step Two: Pause the blending process to scrape down the sides of the processor as needed. You can serve the pureed peas immediately or store them in sealed jars in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze them for up to three months.
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Texture Customization: Blend peas to desired consistency, ensuring suitability for both babies and gastric bypass patients. Adjust blending time for smoother or chunkier texture as needed.
- Nutrient-Rich Variation: Consider using chicken or vegetable stock instead of water to enhance flavor and provide additional nutrients for both infants and post-gastric bypass patients, ensuring a well-balanced diet.
- Gentle Digestion: Strain the pea puree through a fine sieve to remove any skins or fibrous parts, promoting easier digestion for sensitive stomachs post-surgery or for infants transitioning to solid foods.
💭 FAQs
Yes, frozen peas work just as well as fresh peas for this recipe. In fact, frozen peas are often picked and frozen at their peak ripeness, so they can have a slightly sweeter flavor. Just make sure to thaw them before pureeing.
To get a smoother texture, you can add a bit of water, vegetable broth, or a splash of olive oil while blending the peas. Start with a small amount and gradually add more until you reach your desired consistency.
Absolutely! You can enhance the flavor by adding a pinch of salt, a dash of pepper, or even a squeeze of lemon juice. Some people also like adding garlic or herbs like mint to give the puree a more complex taste.
Pureed peas can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze the puree for up to 3 months. Just make sure to portion it out in freezer-safe containers for easy use.
Pureed peas are often smoother and more finely blended than traditional mushy peas, which typically have a thicker and coarser consistency.
🧂Serving Suggestions
Wondering how to use pea puree? Here are my top suggestions:
- Side Dish: Serve this smooth puree as a flavorful and nutritious side dish, perfect for complementing dishes like pan-seared scallops. Season it with herbs, spices, salt and pepper or a splash of lemon juice for added flavor.
- Soup Base: Use pea puree as a base for creamy soups. Combine it with broth, vegetables, and herbs for a comforting and filling soup.
- Pasta Sauce: Cook peas puree with pasta sauces for a vibrant green color and added nutrients. It pairs well with garlic, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese.
- Spread: Use pea puree as a spread for Sandwiches or wraps. Add it to toasted bread with Avocado, lettuce, and tomato for a delicious and healthy lunch.
- Dip: Serve fresh peas puree as a dip for crudites, crackers, or breadsticks. Season it with garlic, cumin, and Yogurt for a flavorful dip.
- Stir-Fry: Add this smooth purée to stir-fries for a burst of color and flavor. Stir it in towards the end of cooking to maintain its vibrant green color.
- Mashed Potatoes: Mix pea puree into mashed potato for a twist on a classic side dish. It adds a subtle sweetness and a vibrant green color to the potatoes.
- Baby Food: Use pea puree as a nutritious option for Homemade Baby Food. It's easy to digest and packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
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Pureed Peas
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Fresh or Frozen Steamed Peas
- ¾ Cup Hot Water
Instructions
- Place the peas into a food processor along with ¼ cup of water.
- Gradually add more water while blending until you achieve the desired consistency. Aim for a texture similar to store-bought baby food, not too thick but not too watery.
- Pause the blending process to scrape down the sides of the processor as needed.
- You can serve the pureed peas immediately or store them in sealed jars in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze them for up to three months.
