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Blanched Green Peas

Blanched Green Peas offer a quick and nutritious way to enjoy fresh peas. By briefly boiling the peas and then cooling them in ice water, their vivid color and crisp texture are preserved. This method enhances the natural sweetness and subtle crunch, making the peas a versatile addition to side dishes, salads, or pasta. With minimal preparation time, this recipe delivers the refreshing taste of green peas at their peak flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh green peas
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 cups ice water

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil.
  2. Stir salt into the boiling water, then add fresh green peas.
  3. Boil the peas for 2 minutes to enhance their color and flavor.
  4. Immediately transfer the peas to a bowl of ice water to halt cooking.
  5. Allow the peas to sit in ice water for about 1 minute.
  6. Drain the peas thoroughly before serving as a side dish or incorporating into your favorite recipe.

Keywords: Blanching, Quick, Nutritious, Versatile, Crisp

Spice Rack: Salt

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