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Published: Mar 2, 2022 | Modified: Mar 2, 2022 by Hina Gujral

How To Freeze Peas

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This is a detailed guide on how to freeze fresh green peas. From shelling, cleaning, blanching, to freezing, learn the right way to make frozen peas. 

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About Fresh Green Peas

Fresh green peas are one of my favorite vegetables. They add so much flavor and texture to a dish. Apart from that, green peas are high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and proteins. It’s a green vegetable, after all.

In India, green peas are an integral part of everyday comfort food. There are many Indian dishes made only during the winter season using fresh green peas.

Across India, the fresh green peas are available in abundance from October to February. They are a widely popular winter vegetable.

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Why Freeze Green Peas

The freezing process increases the shelf life of fresh green peas, and you can use them even months later or during the season when fresh green peas are not available.

Fresh peas are one of the most easily frozen vegetables. Although they may take a bit of time to shell, the freezing process is relatively easy to follow.

The thawed peas do not lose much of their flavor, texture, or nutrient content. Hence, they are perfect for cooking a variety of dishes.

Homemade vs. Readymade

In my opinion, homemade frozen peas are always a healthier and budget-friendly choice than the readymade ones.

The homemade frozen peas are guaranteed chemical and harmful preservative-free. In addition, they are all natural without any artificial color or flavor.

You can use the organic and pesticide-free green peas from the local farmer’s market for freezing.

How To Freeze Peas

Freezing green peas is an easy, straightforward, fuss-free process. You need only sugar, water, ice cubes, and of course the green peas. So let’s get started!

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Step 1) Shelling. Shell the green peas and take out all the kernels in a bowl. Discard the shells and spoilt/rotten/yellow kernels. 

Step 2) Boiling. For blanching green peas, heat water in a large pot. Once the water starts boiling, add a teaspoon of sugar to it. Stir to combine water and sugar. 

Step 3) Blanching. Add the shelled peas. Stir. Cook for exactly 5 minutes (image 2). If you have a lesser quantity of green peas, cook them only for 2 – 3 minutes. If the quantity is more like 2 – 5 kilograms of green peas, cook them in small batches of 5 minutes each.

Step 4) Ice Bath. Meanwhile, keep a bowl half-filled with ice-cold water ready next to the stovetop. Transfer the blanched green peas to the ice-cold water to stop the cooking process and retain their bright green color (image 4). Let the green peas sit in ice-cold water till they cool down completely. It takes less than 5 minutes.

collage of freezing green peas method

Step 5) Drying. Drain all the cold water and transfer the blanched green peas to a colander (image 5). Next, spread the peas on a clean kitchen towel in a single layer (image 6). And let them air dry for 1 hour. I usually dry them under the fan to speed up the process.

Step 6) Storing. Once the green peas are dry and not moist, transfer them to ziplock freezer-friendly bags or containers. Seal, write the freezing date and store them in the freezer.

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My Tried and True Tips

Discard the yellow, rotten, or sprouted green peas. They are not fit for freezing and spoil the entire batch.

Do not add too much sugar. A teaspoon is sufficient for one kilogram of green peas. It only helps to sweeten the taste of green peas.

Do not cook the green peas for too long. We want to soften the fresh green peas a bit and not make them mushy. They should have a crunch to them.

Do not overcrowd the pan while blanching. Otherwise, you will end up with unevenly cooked green peas.

Do not sun dry the blanched green peas. Always air dry them to get rid of excess moisture. If the green peas are wet while freezing, they will stick to each other, and there will be a lot of ice crystallization.

Do not forget to mark the dates on each packet of frozen green peas. This helps you to know the expiry dates of frozen peas. You can use them in between 3 – 6 months.

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How To Freeze Peas

This is a detailed guide on how to freeze fresh green peas. Right from shelling, blanching, to freezing, learn how to make frozen peas at home.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Air Drying: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 1 kilogram
Calories: 825kcal
Author: Hina Gujral
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Ingredients

  • 1 kilogram fresh green peas
  • 1 teaspoon granulated white sugar
  • 1 litre water
  • ice cubes

Instructions

  • Shell the green peas and take out all the kernels in a bowl.
  • For blanching green peas, heat water in a large pot. Once the water starts boiling, add a teaspoon of sugar to it. Stir to combine water and sugar. 
  • Add the shelled peas. Stir. Cook for exactly 5 minutes. Turn off the heat.
    blanching green peas in hot waterPin
  • Meanwhile, keep a bowl half-filled with ice-cold water ready next to the stovetop. Transfer the blanched green peas to the ice-cold water to stop the cooking process and retain their bright green color.
  • Let the green peas sit in ice-cold water till they cool down completely. It takes less than 5 minutes.
    giving ice bath to blanched green peasPin
  • Drain all the cold water and transfer the blanched green peas to a colander. Next, spread the peas on a clean kitchen towel in a single layer. And let them air dry for 1 hour.
    air drying blanched green peasPin
  • Once the green peas are dry and not moist, transfer them to ziplock freezer-friendly bags or containers. Seal, write the freezing date and store them in the freezer.
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  • Use frozen green peas to make a variety of dishes. Thaw them at room temperature before using.

Recipe Notes:

  • Discard the yellow, rotten, or sprouted green peas for freezing. 
  • Use a wide, deep saucepan or casserole for evenly boiling the green peas. If the pan is small or the quantity of peas is large, complete the process in batches rather than over crowding the pan. 
  • Do not sun dry the blanched green peas. Always air dry them to get rid of excess moisture.
  • You can use frozen green peas for 3 – 6 months.
  • Some recipes suggest adding a teaspoon of salt along with sugar while boiling the peas. I do not find reason to do so. If you want you can give it a try. 

Nutrition

Calories: 825kcal | Carbohydrates: 149g | Protein: 54g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 2440mg | Fiber: 51g | Sugar: 61g | Vitamin A: 7650IU | Vitamin C: 400mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 15mg
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