How to Cook Frozen Peas (the RIGHT way)
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How to Cook Frozen Peas (the RIGHT way)
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How to Cook Frozen Peas (the RIGHT way) explains a skillet method that cooks frozen peas gently with butter, crushed garlic, and a touch of sugar. Instead of boiling, the peas are warmed through over medium heat until tender and infused with buttery garlic flavors. Adding sugar brings out the natural sweetness without making them taste odd, while salting at the end prevents dehydration and preserves texture. The result is peas that are tender yet maintain their fresh flavor and vibrant color.
The cooking involves melting butter with peas and garlic, then stirring occasionally until the peas heat through in about five to seven minutes. Seasoning with kosher salt and black pepper happens last before serving. This approach avoids overcooking and mushiness, providing a tasty side for a range of meals without extra steps or complicated ingredients.
The inclusion of sugar is a subtle but important detail to enhance sweetness, and waiting to salt the peas until the end keeps them tender. This recipe is suited for cooks who want a straightforward way to prepare frozen peas with a nicer texture and flavor than boiling them in water or steam.
Ingredients
- 1 pound green peas frozen
- 6 tablespoons butter salted, sweet cream
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 3 cloves garlic fresh, crushed
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine peas, butter, sugar, and garlic in a medium-sized skillet.
- Cook at medium heat until butter is melted and peas are heated through about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Add salt and pepper. Serve.
Notes
- Do not boil the peas; cooking them in butter preserves texture and sweetness.
- Add sugar to the peas to naturally enhance their sweetness without affecting flavor.
- Season with salt only after cooking to avoid drying out the peas.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 171 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 171kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 105mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 190mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 933IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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