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    Published: Oct 21, 2022 by Kemi · This post may contain affiliate links

    Frozen Peas Recipe (Green Peas)

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    This frozen peas recipe will show you how to cook frozen peas without thawing. The green peas are buttery, flavorful, delicious, and cooks in just 10 minutes or less. Just like boiled carrots, roasted carrots, and fried broccoli, this vegetable side dish can be served with chicken, steak, fish, rice, pasta, and more.

    cooked frozen peas in a pan.

    Frozen Peas Recipe (Green Peas)

    This frozen peas recipe is all you need to make great tasting buttered peas that are soft but not mushy, vibrant colored, healthy, and delicious.

    This method of cooking frozen peas is better than boiling peas. This recipe is not only easy, and delicious, but it is simple and quick with only 10 minutes of cooking time.

    Do you have time to be removing peas from its pod? Not me so I go with frozen peas and trust me they are so good. They are as healthy as the fresh ones or better as they are frozen straight from while fresh goes through. Frozen Peas are also better than canned because, unlike canned peas, they do not contain additives or preservatives.

    Green peas also known as garden peas is a good source of calcium, potassium, and magnesium.

    Once you've tried this method of cooking green peas, you won't cook it any other way. Even kids will love to eat this delicious vegetable.

    Buttered peas pairs well with main dishes like pan fried chicken breasts, baked boneless chicken thighs, and pan fried steak.

    This recipe is low carb, plant based, and nutritious. Let me show you how to cook frozen peas perfectly.

    Ingredients

    The detailed ingredient list, measurements, and directions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Frozen peas- You can use any brand of frozen peas such as Birds eye garden peas, Sainsbury , Tesco peas.

    Butter

    Salt

    Pepper

    Garlic powder

    Onion granules

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    How To Cook Frozen Peas

    Measure out all the ingredients.

    Place a skillet on heat, add butter then add in the frozen peas.

    butter and frozen peas added to a skillet.

    Add garlic and onion granules, stir then cook on high heat till the water from the frozen peas dries up, it's tender, and cooked (This takes about 5-8 minutes).

    Add salt and black pepper.

    cooked green peas in a skillet.

    Take it off the heat and serve.

    How To Cook Frozen Peas In Microwave

    Put peas in a microwavable bowl.

    Cover with a microwave lid and put in the microwave

    Microwave frozen peas on full power for 3 minutes.

    Bring out the peas, drain the water and microwave on full power at 30 seconds interval till it's heated.

    Bring out the bowl, add butter, salt and pepper to the peas and microwave at full power for another 15 seconds.

    Take out the peas, stir and serve.

    How Long To Cook Frozen Peas

    This depends on the quantity and method of cooking. How long to cook frozen peas on the stove is 5-8 minutes.

    For how long to cook frozen peas in the microwave is 4-6 minutes.

    Green peas are cooked when they are soft but not mushy. You can check by putting one in your mouth and biting into it to check for tenderness.

    Don't overcook the peas as that can reduce the nutrients and also make it look less inviting.

    served on a white plate.

    Variation

    Frozen Peas and Carrots- You can cook carrots and peas together if they are cut similarly in size. Follow the recipe instructions in this post but add the frozen peas and carrots to the pan at the same.

    Peas and Onions- For this, use freshly chopped onions. Sautee the chopped onions in butter, once the onions are translucent and fragrant, add the peas then cook it till it's tender. Add butter, salt, and pepper then take it off the heat. It's ready to be served.

    What To Serve With Green Peas

    It is a healthy, versatile vegetable side dish. It can be served with:

    Potatoes- boiled potatoes, fried potatoes, roasted potatoes

    Fish- Pan fried salmon, air fryer haddock,

    Chicken- Air fryer bone in chicken thighs, instant pot chicken drumsticks

    Steak- Sirloin steak recipe, instant pot steak

    Rice- Spicy rice, one pot chicken and rice

    Pasta- Creamy tomato pasta, tuna pasta

    Air fryer lamb chops

    cooked green peas served in a white plate.

    How To Store Green Peas

    Let the green peas cool completely then put it in an airtight container. Label the container, and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days or store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    It can be reheated in a pan on the stovetop, or in the microwave.

    Leftover green peas can be used in stir fries, fried rice, soups, and curries.

    Tips For Cooking Frozen Peas

    • No need to defrost the peas before cooking.
    • Add salt and pepper at the end of the cooking process.

    FAQS

    How long should you cook frozen peas

    Cooking frozen peas on the stove takes about 10 minutes. Cooking it in the microwave takes 4-6 minutes.

    Can you cook frozen peas without defrosting

    Absolutely. No need to defrost peas before cooking them on the stove or in the microwave. Follow the step by step directions recommended in this post for tasty perfectly cooked peas.

    Do frozen peas need to be boiled

    No. Frozen Peas can be boiled but they don't need to be boiled if cooking it with another method like sautéing or as directed in this post.

    What can I do with a bag of frozen peas

    Sautéing, peas puree, peas soup, fried peas, fried rice, are some of the dishes to make with peas.

    Tools

    Measuring spoons

    Pan

    Spoon

    Serving plates

    cooked frozen peas in a pan.

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    Frozen Peas Recipe (Green Peas)

    This frozen peas recipe will show you how to cook frozen peas without thawing. The green peas are buttery, flavorful, delicious, and cooks in just 10 minutes or less. Just like boiled carrots, roasted carrots, and fried broccoli, this vegetable side dish can be served with chicken, steak, fish, rice, pasta, and more.
    Prep Time2 mins
    Cook Time6 mins
    Total Time8 mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American, British, International
    Keyword: frozen peas, frozen peas recipe, garden peas, green peas, how long to cook frozen peas, how to cook frozen peas
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 110kcal
    Author: Kemi

    Equipment

    • Skillet

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups Frozen peas
    • 2 tablespoons Butter
    • Black pepper to taste
    • Salt to taste
    • ¼ teaspoon Onion granules
    • ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder

    Instructions

    • Measure out all the ingredients.
    • Place a skillet on heat
    • Add butter then add in the frozen peas.
    • Add garlic and onion granules, stir then cook on high heat till the water from the frozen peas dries up, it's tender, and cooked (this takes 5-8 minutes).
    • Add salt and black pepper.
    • Take it off the heat and serve.

    Notes

    • No need to defrost the peas before cooking.
    • Add salt and pepper at the end of the cooking process.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 730IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

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