Snow pea

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Characteristics

Unlike other peas, the snow pea has a sweet and crunchy, edible pod. Snow peas are also called Chinese pea pods and are used in a great many Chinese recipes. 

Culinary tips and advice
  • Raw or cooked, snow peas can be prepared as appetizers, side dishes and salads. 
  • They can be marinated in coconut mild and a little curry.
  • Blanch for one or two minutes and remove the stem and string from the pod before freezing.
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