Snap Peas

Snap Peas versus Snow Peas

Do It Yourself — Common snap pea varieties include the sugar snap and Oregon sugar pod. Snap peas are harvested when the peas have filled out the peapods almost, but not quite, completely. Snap peas are so named because, when harvested at their peak, the crisp ...More…

How to Grow Snap Peas

Do It Yourself — Learning how to grow snap peas should be on the top of your list since these are one of the earliest vegetables that you will want to grow in your garden. Snap peas like to grow in vines. To accommodate their growing habit, you will need to build ...More…

What Organic Soil is Best For Snap Peas?

Do It Yourself — An organic soil will not have any pesticides, herbicides or anything not naturally grown. Use a good mixture of organic compost in the soil, paying special attention to the nitrogen levels as they are important to snap pea growth. The soil ...More…

Chilled Snap Peas with Creamy Tarragon Dressing

Cooking — Crisp chilled snap peas with creamy tarragon dressing make a nice alternative to a lettuce-based salad. The dressing can be doubled and used for chicken salad. Substitute fresh or dried dill for the tarragon if you like. Make Ahead Tip: ...More…

Roasted Snap Peas with Shallots

Cooking — Roasting brings out a caramelized complexity in the already sweet peas. A scattering of crumbled blue cheese would make a savory addition or substitution for the bacon. Toss peas, shallot, oil, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Transfer to a ...More…

Sesame Snap Peas with Carrots & Peppers

Cooking — The colorful combination and Asian-inspired flavors make this side dish a pleasure to whip up for a weeknight dinner. Bring 2 inches of water to a boil in a pan. Put peas, bell pepper and carrot in a steamer basket and place in the pan. Cover and ...More…

Linguine with Prawns and Sugar Snap Peas

All Recipes AU — Meanwhile,heat the olive oil and chilli oil in a wok or frying pan over medium-high heat. Mix in the prawns, peas, and garlic. Cook and stir for 2 minutes, until prawns are almost opaque. Remove from heat, and set aside in a bowl. Pour the wine ...More…

Stir-fried bok choy with sugar snap peas

All Recipes AU — Heat 1/4 cup (60 ml) water and the oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add carrot and ginger. Cook, stirring frequently, until carrot is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add bok choy, sugar snap peas, orange juice concentrate, ...More…

Sugar Snap Peas with Miso Sauce

Food Network — Place the snap peas or snow peas into a microwave-safe bowl with 1 tablespoon of water. Cover tightly and microwave for 3 minutes. Carefully remove the cover, drain and set aside. Heat the oil in a saucepan over a medium-high heat. Add the ...More…

Sesame-Glazed Snap Peas with Pearl Onions

Food Network — Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add snap peas, soy sauce, pearl onions and 1 tablespoon of water and cook 3 to 5 minutes, until vegetables are tender and golden and water evaporates. Stir in sesame seeds and cook 1 minute, until ...More…

Sugar Snap Peas with Red Pepper

Food Network — Heat a large saute pan with sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, snap peas and red bell pepper. Saute for 5 minutes. Add sesame seeds, honey, season with salt and pepper and saute for another minute. Transfer to bowl and serve ...More…

Sugar Snap Peas with Sesame

Food Network — Pick through the sugar snap peas to remove any that aren't perfect. Remove and discard the stem end and the string from each pod. Toss the snap peas in a bowl with sesame oil, sesame seeds, and kosher salt, to taste. Serve at room ...More…

Snap Peas

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