Braised Iceberg Lettuce

Crisp head lettuce varieties like Iceberg are delicious gently braised with peas to make a side dish with style. If you have never cooked lettuce, read on and give this recipe a go!

Ingredients

1 Iceberg lettuce
1 tbsp olive oil
150 ml vegetable stock
½ cup frozen peas
salt & pepper (to taste)
soy sauce (a dash to taste – optional)

Method
STEP 1
Cut the lettuce into quarters (through the stem, so each segment holds together).

STEP 2
Add the oil to a casserole dish on a medium heat. When the oil is hot, fry the lettuce on all sides until it is starting to turn brown.
Add about 1.5 cm / ½” stock to the dish. Put the lid on and turn the heat right down. Simmer for about 15 minutes.

STEP 3
Add the frozen peas, if you need to leave the lid ajar to concentrate the juices and cook for a further 5 minutes.

STEP 4
Season with salt and pepper, and a dash of soy sauce if wanted, and serve.

 

Recipe by Fuss Free Flavours