GREEN PEAS WITH IBERICO HAM AND POACHED EGG

Peas can be cooked in a variety of methods, making a delicious and versatile vegetable for your table.There are generally three types of peas that are commonly eaten: green peas, snow peas, and snap peas.
Only about 5% of the peas grown are sold fresh(spring season), the rest are sold frozen or canned.
Frozen peas are able to retain color,  texture and  flavor better than the canned peas, so frozen is a better option.
Green peas have a sweet taste and provide us with nutrients, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits, and also are a reliable source of omega-3 fat.
There are several ways to cook green peas, but my favorite one is saute, because provides the greatest flavor and because of of the low heat allows to concentrate the nutrients.
This recipe could be served as a main dish or as a side in smaller portion, anyway is a good choice for our week menu plan.

For this recipe we will need:

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

• 1 leek finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
• iberico ham diced
• fresh or frozen green peas
• 4 eggs
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• salt to taste
• ground black pepper to taste

ELABORATION

1. Chop the leek roughly and finely slice the garlic.
2. If you choose frozen peas, add water to a pot , set the pot on high, and let it boil.When it comes to boil, quickly add the peas and turn the heat down to medium high. Cook for about 3 minutes(be careful not to overcooked the peas because will lose their green color and flavor).
3. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan and add the leek and saute for 1 or 2 minutes and then add the garlic and cook in a medium-low heat for a few minutes to soften.
4. Add the iberico ham and cook for 2 or 3 minutes.
5. Add the peas and cook for 5 minutes stirring constantly in a a low heat. Set aside
6. Heat  2 cups of water in a pot, add a pinch of salt and 2 teaspoons vinegar and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
7. Create a gentle whirlpool in the water to help the egg white wrap around the yolk.
8. Meanwhile, crack one egg into a small bowl and drop slowly the egg into the water and cook for three minutes.
9. Remove the egg with a slotted spoon, and drain into a kitchen paper.
10. Serve the peas with the poached egg on top
11. Enjoy!!!