Pea stew with fried bread

Name: Pea stew with fried bread - Amalia G.
Ingredients: For the pea dish: 500 g frozen peas; one onion; one carrot; 3 whole tomatoes; canned or fresh; one bay leaf; dill; basil; Knorr Delikat; salt; and pepper. For the French toast: a few slices of slightly stale bread; egg; milk.

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I usually come to this recipe when I have some frozen peas and some stale bread at home. It's the kind of meal I can make when I don't feel like spending too much time in the kitchen, but I want something warm, filling, and simple. The fried bread is quick to make, and the peas cook easily while I handle the other ingredients. I find it convenient to adjust the quantities if needed and I don't complicate things with ingredients that aren't always in season. Quick Info Total time: about 35 minutes Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Servings: 3-4 Difficulty: easy Recipe type: main course, light lunch or dinner Ingredients For the pea dish: - frozen peas: 500 g - one onion - one carrot - 3 whole tomatoes (canned or fresh) - one bay leaf - dill (fresh or dried, to taste) - a little basil - one teaspoon of Knorr Delikat (or another vegetable base) - one teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil - salt, pepper For the fried bread: - a few slices of stale bread (as needed) - egg (one for 2-3 slices of bread) - milk (enough to soak the slices) - a little salt - oil for frying Preparation method 1. Chop the onion finely. Slice the carrot thinly. 2. Put the onion and carrot in a pot, add 200 ml of water, one teaspoon of Knorr Delikat, and the bay leaf. 3. Let it boil for about 10 minutes on low heat, partially covered. 4. When the vegetables have softened, add the frozen peas and chopped tomatoes. Sprinkle a little basil. 5. Let it come to a boil again, then cook for another 10-15 minutes, depending on how quickly the peas you have cook. If necessary, you can add a little water. 6. At the end, add one teaspoon of olive oil, pepper, and chopped dill to taste. Taste for salt if needed, keeping in mind that Delikat is already salty. 7. For the fried bread, cut slices of stale bread. Dip each slice in milk, then in beaten egg with a little salt. 8. Fry the slices in a hot pan with oil, on both sides, until golden brown. 9. Remove them onto a paper towel to absorb some of the oil. Why I make this recipe often It's one of the quickest pea dishes I can make without overthinking it. The fried bread is a good way to use up bread that might harden, and the pea dish is good the next day, even if it doesn't have the exact texture it had at first. It's cheap, simple, and easy to adjust the quantities. Tips and variations Tips - If the peas are young, the boiling time can be even shorter. - If using canned tomatoes, drain them of juice before chopping. - Don't add too much water at the beginning; it's better to add more if it reduces too quickly. - For fried bread, stale bread absorbs milk more easily and doesn't break apart as quickly. Substitutions - Knorr Delikat can be replaced with another vegetable base or a little salt and a pinch of paprika for flavor. - Dill can be omitted or replaced with parsley if you don't have it on hand. - If you don't have basil, you can skip it or use a little oregano. Variations - Instead of fried bread, it can also be served with polenta or plain rice. - You can add bell peppers to the vegetables if you want more color. - A touch of crushed garlic can be added at the end, but it's not necessary. Serving ideas - The pea dish is served warm, alongside the fried bread. - It goes well with a simple salad of tomatoes or cucumbers on the side. Frequently asked questions 1. Can I use canned peas? Yes, but shorten the boiling time after adding the peas, as they are already cooked. Add them at the end, just to heat through with the other vegetables. 2. Can fried bread be made in the oven? Classic fried bread is made in a pan, but if you want to reduce oil, you can bake them on a tray lined with paper at medium heat. They won't be as crispy. 3. What if I don't have Delikat or another vegetable base? You can use salt and a pinch of paprika or just salt, but the flavor will be a bit simpler. 4. Can I use fresh bread? Stale bread holds up better when soaked and doesn't break apart as easily, but if you don't have it, you can try fresh; just be careful not to soak it too long in the milk. 5. Can I freeze the pea dish? I don't recommend it; the texture of the peas and tomatoes won't be the same after thawing. It's best to consume within 2 days. Nutritional values Approximately, for a medium serving (without calculating the exact weight for each fried bread): - 250-300 kcal/serving (pea dish) - 90-120 kcal for one slice of fried bread (depends on how much oil it absorbs) - Protein: 8-10 g/serving (due to the egg and peas) - Carbohydrates: 35-40 g/serving (from peas and bread) - Fats: 8-12 g/serving (from oil and egg) These are estimates and can vary quite a bit depending on how much oil remains in the fried bread and the type of bread used. Storage and reheating The pea dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, in a container with a lid. It can be reheated in the microwave or on low heat, with a little water if it thickens too much. The fried bread is best eaten on the day it is made; after sitting, they become soft and a bit oily, so I only fry as much as I eat right away. If you do keep them, reheat briefly in a pan without oil to firm them up a bit.

Pea stew with fried bread

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