Rachel’s Special Easy Split Pea Soup (Vegan) I remember the first time I tried split pea soup. It was a blustery autumn day, and my grandmother, Rachel, had a pot simmering on the stove. The aroma of earthy peas and subtle spices filled her cozy kitchen, a promise of warmth and comfort. That simple bowl … Read more
Comfort in a Casserole: My Green Pea Memory There’s something profoundly comforting about a bubbling casserole, especially one studded with vibrant green peas. I remember my grandmother, a woman whose love language was undeniably food, always had a green pea casserole on the table for holiday gatherings. It wasn’t the fanciest dish, but it was … Read more
Green Peas Potato Paneer Cutlet: A Flavorful Vegetarian Delight I remember one particularly rainy monsoon afternoon when I was just starting out as a chef. The grey sky pressed down, and a craving for something warm and comforting filled the kitchen. Scouring the refrigerator, I found leftover boiled potatoes, some fresh green peas, and a … Read more
Hari Bhari Hari Roti: An Ode to Green Peas My grandmother, Amma, had a way of making even the simplest meals feel like a celebration. I remember vividly the vibrant green of her Hari Bhari Hari Roti, a visual feast that promised deliciousness. The aroma of freshly ground spices and simmering peas would fill her … Read more
North Croatian Green Peas Stew (“grasak Cuspajz”) The scent of simmering dill and sweet green peas always transports me back to my grandmother’s kitchen in Zagreb. I remember perched on a stool, watching her deftly shell mounds of fresh peas, her hands moving with a speed that belied her age. The air would be thick … Read more
Cauliflower and Green Pea Curry: A Symphony of Spices I still remember the first time I tasted a vibrant cauliflower curry. It was in a tiny, unassuming restaurant in Little India, Singapore, during a backpacking trip. The air was thick with the aroma of turmeric, ginger, and something wonderfully earthy. I ordered hesitantly, unfamiliar with … Read more
Anytime Two Step Green Pea Curry My earliest memories are filled with the aroma of my grandmother’s kitchen – a symphony of spices dancing in the air. One dish that always stood out was her simple, yet incredibly flavorful, green pea curry. It wasn’t just the taste, but the love and care she poured into … Read more