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How To Freeze Peas

This is a detailed guide on how to freeze peas. Right from shelling, cleaning, and blanching, to freezing, learn the right way to freeze fresh green peas.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Air Drying1 hour
Total Time1 hour 35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 kilogram
Calories: 825kcal
Author: Hina Gujral

Equipment

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 water
  • 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 peas
  • 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 peas
  • 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.
    freezing green peas
  • Use frozen green peas to make a variety of dishes. Thaw them at room temperature before using.

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