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Blanching Peas for Freezing - How To Blanch Peas

Learn how to blanch peas for freezing to have them year round for using in your recipes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
7 mins
Servings: 1 lbs.
Calories: 367 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound green peas rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • water
  • ice

Instructions

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  1. Fill a large bowl with ice water and set aside.
  2. Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add peas and salt and cook until peas are crisp-tender, 1 ½ to 2 minutes.
  3. Using a slotted spoon or a spider strainer, transfer the peas into the ice water. This will stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile line a sheet pan with a kitchen towel.
  5. Drain the peas and spread them evenly onto the baking sheet. Gently move them around to dry. Transfer the sheet pan into the freezer for up to 1 hour. Remove from freezer and transfer the peas into a freezer bag.
  6. Remove as much air as possible and seal it before placing them into the freezer.

Notes

  • How long will frozen peas keep fresh?
  • I recommend storing peas in smaller (1 cup) portions; that way, you can avoid spoilage or freezer burn of a larger amount.
  • How long will frozen peas keep fresh? Blanched and frozen peas will keep fresh for up to a year. They are still safe to eat after a year, but their quality might deteriorate.
  • Freeze peas in small portions: I recommend storing peas in smaller (1 cup) portions; that way, you can avoid spoilage or freezer burn of a larger amount.

Nutrition Information

Calories 367kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 66g (22%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 2348mg (98%) Potassium 1107mg (32%) Fiber 23g (92%) Sugar 26g (52%) Vitamin A 3470IU (69%) Vitamin C 181mg (201%) Calcium 115mg (12%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1lbs.

Amount Per Serving

Calories 367

% Daily Value*

Calories 367kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 66g 22%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 2348mg 98%
Potassium 1107mg 24%
Fiber 23g 92%
Sugar 26g 52%
Vitamin A 3470IU 69%
Vitamin C 181mg 201%
Calcium 115mg 12%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.