I always have a pack of peas in the freezer. So if you’re looking for the best simple ways to cook frozen peas you’re in the right place!
These two methods are as easy as cooking vegetables gets. The first doesn’t even require a kitchen – just a kettle (or other source of boiled water is all you need).
IF you’re looking for ways to use your cooked peas letting a little butter melt over them is always a good idea.
Or tossing with Parmesan for a sweet and savory pea and Parmesan combo is another fave.
If you’re dairy free drizzling over your fave peppery extra virgin olive oil, tossing with fresh herbs like parsley or mint or your fave DF pesto will work like a charm.
Or you can turn it into a meal by adding some protein and a sauce like this pea bowls or this other pea bowl.
Frozen Peas - Kettle Method
Ingredients
- 1 large handful frozen peas
Instructions
- Place frozen peas in a heat proof bowl or jug.
- Pour over enough boiling water to completely submerge your peas (the more the better). Stand for about 5 minutes.
- Drain. Test your peas - if they're not hot enough repeat with more water.
Frozen Peas - Stove Top Method
Ingredients
- 1 large handful frozen peas
Instructions
- Place a medium saucepan over a high heat. Add frozen peas and cook, covered for a minute or so.
- Stir and cook for another minute or until peas are defrosted and hot.
Variations & Substitutions
plan-B (pantry) – this is totally a pantry side dish!
short on time – use the stove top method.
more substantial (low carb) – serve with cooked protein – peas work well with anything from roast chicken to salmon to a steak. They’re especially good with lamb cutlets. Also adding some avocado or pistachios can be delicious.
different vegetables – most frozen vegetables like frozen green beans, frozen cauliflower, frozen spinach, frozen kale, frozen onion, frozen broccoli, frozen corn, frozen cauliflower rice will work with the stove top method. They’ll just take a little longer to cook depending on the size of each piece. The kettle method will also work – it just might take multiple cycles of adding fresh hot water.
more fancy / for entertaining – serve with fresh herbs like basil, flat leaf parsely or mint. Also consider the butter, pesto or olive oil mentioned above.
Waste Avoidance Strategy
Problem Solving Guide
bland – salt! Or a squeeze of lemon. Or add in a flavour bomb.
too dry – overcooked omelette. Next time get it out earlier. For now a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil will help.
no oven –
too hot –
sticking to the pan – I don’t add oil because the water from the peas stops them sticking – but you do need to stir occasionally to avoid this.
taking too long – For the water method the larger the amount of boiling water the quicker they’ll cook.
Prepare Ahead
Yes! Just cook as per the recipe. Leftovers will keep in the fridge for 1-2 weeks or can be re-frozen.
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