Peas, Edible Pod

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Published 2014

Identification: Unlike shell peas, above, whose pods are too fibrous to be eaten, these peas have tender, edible pods and so are always served in the pod.
Related Varieties: The two main varieties are the flat-podded snow pea, with tiny undeveloped seeds, and the rounder sugar pea or sugar snap pea, with larger seeds.
Evaluation: Look for fresh green color, crisp pods, no blemishes.
Preparation: Remove stem end. Pull off strings at side veins. Wash.
Percentage Yield: 90%