Birds Eye · 83 g
Birds Eye Sugar Snap Peas, 83 g
What it is
These are fresh, crisp sugar snap peas, a type of edible-pod pea. They are known for their sweet flavor and tender, crunchy texture. The entire pod is edible, unlike shelling peas. They are often picked at their peak freshness to ensure optimal taste and quality. This package contains 83 grams of these vibrant green peas, ready for your culinary creations.
How people cook with it
Sugar snap peas are a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many dishes. Their natural sweetness makes them a popular choice for quick meals.
- Steamed as a side dish
- Added to stir-fries
- Tossed into salads
- Snacked on raw
To prepare sugar snap peas, start by rinsing them under cool water. Trim off the tough stem end and remove the string that runs along the seam of the pod. They can be quickly blanched in boiling water for a minute or two, then plunged into ice water to preserve their bright green color and crispness. Alternatively, they can be added directly to hot dishes like stir-fries or sautés, where they will cook very quickly, retaining their satisfying crunch. They are also delicious eaten raw, offering a refreshing bite.
How it differs from similar foods
Sugar snap peas are distinct from snow peas in that they have a plumper pod and a sweeter taste. They are also more tender than English peas, which are typically shelled. The entire pod of the sugar snap pea is meant to be eaten, providing a satisfying crunch.
Who it is for
Home cooks looking for a quick and healthy vegetable to add to meals will appreciate these peas.
How to keep the rest
To keep any remaining sugar snap peas fresh, store them unwashed in a perforated plastic bag in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. They are best used within a few days of purchase to maintain their optimal texture and flavor.