Snow pea
Flat green pods from the pea family. The thin crisp pod is almost translucent and bright green. The tiny seeds inside are tender and sweet.
Plural
Snow peas
Season
available year-round
How to select
Look for pods that are crisp and brightly colored with small seeds.
How to store
Refrigerate, unwashed, in an aerated plastic bag up to 3 days.
How to prepare
Wash, cut off the stems, and pull off any attached strings. The color of snow peas can be enhanced by blanching them for 30 seconds in boiling water, then plunging in ice water.