Rustic Latvian Grey Peas with Bacon and Onion
A traditional Latvian dish with earthy flavors
This hearty Latvian meal combines the earthy taste of grey peas with savory bacon and sweet onions for a comforting dish that's perfect as a main course or side dish.
- 1 h 20 min
- 4
- Easy
Ingredients
For the Grey Peas
For the Bacon and Onion Mixture
For Flavoring
Preparation
Soaking the Grey Peas
Rinse grey peas under cold water.
Rinse grey peas under cold water.
Place them in a bowl and cover with water.
Place them in a bowl and cover with water.
Soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Preparing the Bacon and Onion Mixture
Heat a frying pan over medium heat.
Heat a frying pan over medium heat.
Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy.
Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy.
Make sure to drain the fat from the bacon before adding the onions to avoid a greasy mixture.
Stir in the onions and sauté until they are golden brown and soft.
Stir in the onions and sauté until they are golden brown and soft.
Add a knob of butter to the bacon and onion mixture for extra richness.
Cooking Process
Cooking the Peas
Drain and rinse the soaked peas. Add them to a pot with fresh water, and bring to a boil.
Simmering
Reduce heat and simmer for about 40 minutes, or until peas are tender.
Combining Flavors
Stir the cooked peas into the bacon and onion mixture, then season with salt and pepper.
Plating & Serving
Rustic Latvian Grey Peas with Bacon and Onion
Rustic Latvian Grey Peas with Bacon and Onion
Serving Suggestion
Serve the peas warm, topped with the flavorful bacon and onion mixture on a large rustic plate, emphasizing the dish’s hearty roots.