Peas Prince Albert, 100g

Peas Prince Albert (Pisum sativum)

The Taste of Spring

Fresh peas straight from the garden are one of life’s great pleasures. The sugar in peas starts converting to starch the moment they are picked – which is why even the best store-bought peas cannot compare to homegrown. This is one vegetable worth growing yourself.

Types of Peas

Shelling peas: The classic – shell them and eat only the peas inside. Sweet, tender, and worth the effort.

Snow peas: Flat pods eaten whole before peas develop. Essential in Asian stir-fries.

Sugar snap peas: The best of both worlds – plump peas in an edible pod. Sweet enough to eat raw as a snack.

Beyond the Pods

Pea shoots: The tender growing tips of pea plants are a gourmet delicacy. Harvest when 10-15cm tall. They have a sweet, pea-like flavor and are wonderful in salads and stir-fries.

Pea flowers: The delicate flowers are edible and make beautiful garnishes.

Cooking Fresh Peas

Fresh peas need very little cooking – 1-2 minutes in boiling water or a quick sauté. Overcooking turns them mushy and grey. Add a pinch of sugar to the cooking water to enhance their sweetness.

Classic combinations: Peas with mint, peas with bacon and cream, pea and ham soup, pea risotto, smashed peas on toast.

Growing Information