How to Cook Green Peas - Cooking Times

Compare cooking times and preparation for Green Peas. Times vary with portion size, cut and heating conditions; check the tips for each method below.

Legumes

Season: Spring

Preparation

Shell from pods. Frozen ones can be used directly without thawing

Cooking Times by Method

Boil

2-3 min

From boiling water

Boil in salted water. Cool in the cooking liquid to prevent wrinkling

Stir-fry

2-3 min

Sauté quickly in butter. Also great with bacon

Microwave

1.5-2 min

100g at 600W. Add 1 tbsp water and wrap

Steam

3-5 min

Plump finish. Vibrant color

Common Mistakes

Storage & Use PlanTips & dates

Storage Time Guide

No sourced storage estimate is available for this vegetable yet. Follow the pack instructions and set your own use date below.

Estimates assume fresh produce stored as described. Freshness and temperature affect storage; these dates do not guarantee safety. Follow pack dates and instructions. Do not eat food showing spoilage, regardless of the date.

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Green Peas Cooking FAQs

How long to boil Green Peas?

Boil Green Peas for 2-3 min (From boiling water). Boil in salted water. Cool in the cooking liquid to prevent wrinkling

How long to microwave Green Peas?

Microwave Green Peas for 1.5-2 min. 100g at 600W. Add 1 tbsp water and wrap

How long to stir-fry Green Peas?

Stir-fry Green Peas for 2-3 min. Sauté quickly in butter. Also great with bacon

How long to steam Green Peas?

Steam Green Peas for 3-5 min. Plump finish. Vibrant color

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