How are sugar snap peas prepared?

Answer 1

Sugar snaps require no shelling or stringing. You may like to remove the "cap" end, but it is not necessary. They are delicious nibbled raw or just briefly cooked.
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Flavorful Sugar Snap Peas
1 pound fresh sugar snap or snow peas
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
In a small saucepan, bring 1 in. of water and peas to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet; add the ham, garlic and thyme. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Drain peas; add to skillet and saute for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Yield: 8 servings.
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Answer 2

Sugar snap peas are delicious and make a great addition to many recipes. Here are some tips on preparing them at home.

At the market: Select sugar snap peas that are firm, plump and bright green with no signs of yellowing (an indicator of dehydration). Many supermarkets offer sugar snap peas in packages that are washed and ready to eat. While these packages may a cost of bit more they do make serving fresh veggies a breeze.

Storage: Refrigerate in a plastic bag up to three days.

Preparation: Sugar snaps require no shelling or stringing. You may like to remove the "cap" end, but it is not necessary. They are delicious nibbled raw or just briefly cooked. Whether you are serving them warm or chilled, they are best blanched first.

Answer 3

First you go to the get fresh sugar peas if you cant find fresh get frozen.I get a pot use chicken stock a small pice of ham cook untill done.They are very good.

Answer 4

I love them raw, but you can toss them into a stirfry.