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• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Raw Peas
• Method 2 of 4: Saute the sugar peas
• Method 3 of 4: Blanching Sugar Peas
• Method 4 of 4: Baked Peas

Sugar peas are incredibly tasty and very easy to make. Peas can be eaten raw or cooked and can be used in many recipes. Raw sugar peas are great as a snack, while cooked peas have a rich flavor that goes well with other dishes. However you cook the peas, leave them in the pods so you can enjoy their crunchy sweet taste.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Raw Peas

1. 1 Use a knife to cut the tough stem at the end of the pod. Not all sugar pea pods have a stem at the end. If you do have it, be sure to cut it off before you eat the peas. Place the peas on a cutting board, take a knife and carefully cut off the end of the pod from which the stem is growing.
2. 2 Eat the entire pod. Unlike the seed peas, the sugar pea pod is edible. You do not need to bother and get all the peas out of the pod. The sugar pea pods are crispy and sweet.
3. 3 Add raw sugar peas to the salad. It will make the salad crisper and more nutritious. Take a knife and cut the pods into small segments to make the salad easier to stir, or leave the peas intact.
4. 4 Eat raw sugar peas with sauce. Dip the peas in hummus, guacamole, and other sauces. Sugar peas are a healthy alternative to foods like chips and breads, which are usually served with sauces.

Method 2 of 4: Saute the sugar peas

1. 1 Place a skillet over medium heat and heat 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of olive oil in it. Any olive oil is suitable for this. The pan should be large enough to hold all the sugar peas that you are going to sauté.
2. 2 Place the sugar peas in the skillet. Use a large spoon to transfer the peas to the skillet to avoid spilling hot oil. Stir the peas with a spoon to coat with olive oil.
3. 3 Add 1 ½ teaspoon (7.5 g) salt and ¾ teaspoon (3.75 g) pepper. Stir the peas with a spoon to distribute the salt and pepper evenly.
4. 4 Stir the sugar peas for 3-5 minutes. Flip and stir the peas with a spoon until they cook evenly. Finish the sautéing of the sugar peas when they are tender and crunchy.
5. 5 Turn off the heat on the stove and serve the peas to the table. Transfer the peas to a large bowl and sprinkle with salt for an even better taste. Place a serving spoon in a bowl and - voila - you're done!

Method 3 of 4: Blanching Sugar Peas

1. 1 Pour 6 cups (1.44 L) water into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Place a pot of water over high heat. The saucepan should be large enough to hold all of the blanching peas.
2. 2 Fill a large bowl with ice water. You will need about two trays of ice cubes. Place the ice in a bowl and fill it almost to the brim with water. Set the bowl aside.
   • Do this while the pot is boiling to save time.
3. 3 When the water boils, add the peas and 1 teaspoon (5 g) salt to the saucepan. Boiling the peas will make them less harsh and preserve their color and flavor. Leave the lid on while boiling the peas.
4. 4 Cook the peas for 5 minutes. Don't take it out too early from the boiling water. After 5 minutes, the sugar peas will be both soft and crunchy.
5. 5 Remove the peas from the boiling water and place them in a bowl of ice water. Use a slotted spoon to drain the water. When all the peas are in a bowl of ice water, turn off the heat under the pan.
6. 6 Empty the bowl immediately. Remove the peas from the bowl and place them on a paper towel. Take a second towel and blot the peas dry.
7. 7 Use blanched peas in one recipe or another, or leave it for later. Add sugar peas to salads or stir-fries. After blanching, the peas will become much softer. If you don't want to use it now, place the peas in a plastic bag and put them in the refrigerator or freezer.
   • Sugar peas can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
   • Blanched sugar peas can be stored in the freezer for up to a year.

Method 4 of 4: Baked Peas

1. 1 Turn on the oven and prepare a baking sheet. Preheat oven to 230 ° C. While the oven is heating, arrange the peas in one layer on a baking sheet. Make sure the peas are not on top of each other. Use a second baking sheet if one is not enough.
2. 2 Take a brush for smudging and dab olive oil on the peas. Dip the brush into a bowl of olive oil to soak. Apply olive oil to all the pods until they are completely covered in oil.
3. 3 Season the peas for extra flavor. Sprinkle the peas with salt and pepper. Sugar peas can also be seasoned with other spices, such as thyme or garlic pepper. Try to coat the peas evenly with the spices.
4. 4 Put the peas in the oven for 10 minutes. Open the oven door after 10 minutes and take a look at the peas. If it turns slightly brown at the edges, then the peas are ready. Otherwise, put it in the oven for a few more minutes.
5. 5 Remove the sugar peas from the oven and serve. Use a spatula to remove the peas from the baking sheet and transfer to a plate. Serve baked peas as a side dish or add them to a platter of baked vegetables.