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Pea@Everything2.com Peas grow in pods on vines, and some varieties (sweet peas, sugar peas, sugar snap peas, snow peas) are eaten in the pod. Snow pea shoots, which are a Chinese delicacy known as dau miu are the growing tips and shoots of the snow pea plant, although if you grow common peas or sugar snap peas, their shoots can be used in the same manner. Snow pea shoots need little in the way of preparation, save for a quick tub to remove any white oil that Chinese gardeners are fond of using. everything2.com /index.pl?node=pea   (2506 words)

Cook's Thesaurus: Edible Pods snow pea = Chinese snow pea = Chinese pea = Chinese pea pod = sugar pea = mange-tout pea = edible-podded pea Equivalents: 2 cups fresh = 6 ounces frozen Notes: You eat these whole, pod and all. sugar snap = snap pea = sugar snap pea = sugar pea Notes: This cross between an English pea and a snow pea is sweet and crisp, and is eaten whole, pod and all. Substitutes: snow pea (flatter, not as sweet) OR asparagus OR carrots (for a crudité platter) www.foodsubs.com /Pods.html   (319 words)

2004- The Year of the Pea Snow peas, grown in Asia for centuries and always popular for their flat, edible pods, are P. sativum var. Snap peas, such as the original 'Sugar Snap,' may be the result of a fortuitous, natural cross between snow peas and English peas. To freeze English peas, shell them as soon as you pick them (discard pods); then blanch the peas for one to two minutes in boiling water, drain, and dip in ice water to stop the cooking process. hortparadise.unl.edu /Newsrelease/News/PeaI.htm   (577 words)

Snow Pea Recipes Snow peas have good nutritional value, and are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, as well as having some fibre content. Treat the first snow peas of the season as a real delicacy, steam the pods and serve as you would asparagus, with a little melted butter or a drizzle of olive oil. Stir fry snow peas on their own as a side dish, or make a meal by adding other vegetables such as baby sweetcorn or mushrooms, or with tofu or chicken, in a stir fry. www.healthy-eating-made-easy.com /snow-pea-recipes.html   (450 words)

Kitchen Knowledge - RecipeTips.com Pod peas, such as the snow or sugar snap pea are grown to be eaten with both the pod and the pea together, either raw as a fresh pea or cooked. Peas are eaten on their own as a vegetable dish or added to other vegetables, salads, stir-fries, savory dishes, soups, and stews. Snow peas and sugar snap peas are meant to be eaten with the pod. www.recipetips.com /kitchen-tips/t-114-824/About-Peas.asp   (1211 words)

healthy recipes, cooking, snow peas, sugar snap peas, risi e bisi Peas take so well to freezing that by the mid 1950s less than 10 percent of the pea crop - at the time the second largest vegetable crop in the country - was sold fresh. Peas are thought to have originated somewhere in Asia (we’re not exactly sure where.) Those supporting this theory believe that the pea went to China, possibly in the 7th century, then to Europe. Peas are an excellent source of protein with over 5 grams of protein per serving, a good source of folic acid, and a decent source of potassium. www.samcooks.com /relish/peas.htm   (2092 words)

TED Case Study: Guatemala Snow Peas Snow peas were found to be Guatemala's most serious violator, leading to automatic detention of that country's exports and serious losses to farmers. Snow peas became Guatemala's leading NTAE primarily due to their high returns to farmers, yet input costs are higher than for other crops (due to pesticide costs) and export losses are greater due to residues which are illegal in the U.S. However, demand for snow peas has been strong and prices remain attractive for producers. Although snow pea prices have shown a high degree of price instability from week to week on the international market, according to a study over a 4 year period (1984-7), the fact that harvesting is stretched out over a 3 month period enables farmers to avoid the price risk. www.american.edu /TED/SNOWPEA.HTM   (4869 words)

Agricultural Systems: Crop Production Pea vines are a traditional Indochinese crop, and have the potential to contribute to the economic viability of small farmers in the area. Pea vines have caught the imagination of chefs around the country, and in Seattle more than 40 restaurants are now using pea vines in their cuisine. Pea vine weight at second harvest tended to be the smallest, while the third harvest accounted for 28% of the total harvested weight. agsyst.wsu.edu /peareport.htm   (2161 words)

Herron Hill > Fine Caprines Snow Pea was bred as a coming yearling, the first year we had Nigerians. Snow Pea went into labor on a Saturday morning right on schedule - of course on a weekend when the vet is hardest to reach - and it was apparent immediately that something was wrong. One of Snow Pea's rear legs was paralyzed for a month after the delivery, from all the trauma and pressure to her nerves over the course of her long, painful labor. www.tripletmedia.com /herronhill/snowpea.php   (914 words)

Snow Peas Snow peas can be found in the produce section of most health food stores, specialty markets, and supermarkets. Snow peas, like all peas, are a type of legume. Snow peas are available year round, and are especially abundant and fresh in the spring and summer. www.pccnaturalmarkets.com /health/Food_Guide/Snow_Peas.htm   (224 words)

Snow Pea and Napa Cabbage Slaw - Allrecipes Snow Pea and Napa Cabbage Slaw - Allrecipes In a large pot of boiling water, blanch snow peas 15 seconds, strain and transfer to a bowl of cold water to chill. In a large bowl, combine the snow peas, cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, lemon juice, vinegar and olive oil. allrecipes.com /Recipe/Snow-Pea-and-Napa-Cabbage-Slaw/Detail.aspx   (177 words)

Questions and Answers - Snow Pea, Chinese Pea Pod, Sugar Pea The Oriental edible pod pea or Chinese Pod Pea is also known as Snow Pea and Sugar Pea. These are all flat-podded peas which are hand picked and are available fresh or as a frozen vegetable and used in Oriental dishes. Snow peas can be served raw in salads, but blanching them in boiling water for one minute brings out their vivid green color and heightens their crispness. www.whatscookingamerica.net /Q-A/Snowpeas.htm   (181 words)

[No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) Snow peas may have been named because in bright sunlight their light green pods look as if they might be tinged with frost. In the large family of legumes, the snow pea (pisum sativum macrocarpon) is a flat-podded pea that bears both pods and seeds that are sweet and edible. Snow peas grow best in full sun, but in an area where plants receive some shade from the midday sun as the season progresses. www.kbhoutlet.com /grow_snow_peas.html   (368 words)

Culinary Skills - Vegetables - legumes -snow peas Snow Peas are peas that are eaten for the sweet pods. Snow Peas are high in vitamins A and C, are loaded with fiber, and a 4 oz. Peas are one of the earliest of the summer harvest vegetables. commhum.mccneb.edu /fstdatabase/HTM_files/veggie/snowpeas.htm   (151 words)

All about Snow Pea on The Worldwide Gourmet With snow peas, unlike garden or green peas, the whole pod is consumed (their French name "mange-tout" means "eat everything.") Snow peas are crisp flat pods that show just a slight bulge where the five to seven peas are forming within. Snow peas are low in calories and a good source of fibre, vitamin C, iron, potassium and magnesium. Snow peas are a traditional ingredient in Chinese stir-fried dishes, in which they can be paired with beef, chicken, shrimp, crab, cashews, etc. They marry well with Asian flavours such as soy, sesame and ginger. www.theworldwidegourmet.com /vegetables/pea/snowpea.htm   (224 words)

Snow Peas Snow peas, like all peas, are a type of legume. Snow peas are available year round, and are especially abundant and fresh in the spring and summer. Snow peas are available all year long, and are at their peak from May through October. www.maxlabs.com /hn/Food_Guide/Snow_Peas.htm   (666 words)

snow pea - Encyclopedia.com Fresh Peas: Enjoy seasonal fresh green peas, sugar snaps, snow peas, and pea shoots. Spiral pasta salad with snow peas, green peas, chickpeas, tuna and mint. Peas, please: fresh ideas for cooking with spring's sweetest vegetable. www.encyclopedia.com /doc/1O39-snowpea.html   (351 words)

Burpee - Snow Pea Snowbird   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) Peas are best when cooked very quickly, with as little water as possible, to retain their sugars and flavors. Peas can be dried in a dehydrator and stored in sealed canisters for use in the winter in soups and stews. The quality is not on a par with frozen or fresh peas; however, as dried peas tend to be starchy and grainy in texture. www.burpee.com /shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemID=1452&itemType=PRODUCT&iMainCat=13&iSubCat=2103&iProductID=1452&showTab=IaRecipesStorage   (213 words)

Snow pea pod   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) the pea of the snow = Chinese pea of the snow = Chinese pea = case of the pea = Chinese sugar pea = mange-mange-tout the pea = equivalent the eatableone of the pea: of congealed notes of 2 cups = 6 ounces fresh: You eat these whole numbers, the case and everything. Select the fragile, flat peas of the snow that are fitted to pressure when you break them. clasp of pressure of the sugar = fast fast notes of the pea = of the pea of the sugar = of the sugar pea: This cross between an English pea and a pea of the snow is sweet and fragile, and whole is eaten, case and everything. pea-pod.shopping112.com /snow-pea-pod.htm   (432 words)

[No title] Snow peas are another popular cool season oriental vegetable that has captured the interest of American growers. Snow peas are some times referred to as edible podded peas, snap peas or sugar peas. Snow peas prefer a soil that is rich in phosphorus and potassium. hendry.ifas.ufl.edu /HCHortNews_SnowPeas.htm   (904 words)

Questions and Answers - Snow Pea, Chinese Pea Pod, Sugar Pea The Oriental edible pod pea or Chinese Pod Pea is also known as Snow Pea and Sugar Pea. These are all flat-podded peas which are hand picked and are available fresh or as a frozen vegetable and used in Oriental dishes. Snow peas can be served raw in salads, but blanching them in boiling water for one minute brings out their vivid green color and heightens their crispness. whatscookingamerica.net /Q-A/Snowpeas.htm   (181 words)

Vegetable Seeds: Snow Peas, Ho Lan Dow & Snow Pea Shoots Snow pea, Ho Lan Dow and Dou Miao Snow pea, Sugar pea, vegetable pea, edible-pod pea, edible-podded pea, garden pea, green pea, Snow pea shoot, Mangetout, Dow Miao, Dow Miu, Dou Miao, Wan Dou Miao, Garden peas. Tolerant to cold, draught, resistant to Powdery mildew and non-sentive to photoperiod. www.agrohaitai.com /beanpea/snowpea/snowpea.htm   (241 words)

Snow Pea Unlike all the other soil sprouts the pea shoots will develop four or five sets of true leaves before we harvest the tender sweet shoots. Indirect light is great for peas, the shoots will grow straight and tall in low light conditions, even a light bulb will green these sprouts. DAY 6: The pea shoots are greening and about 3” to 4” tall. www.thedailygardener.com /snow-pea   (659 words)

Pea Seeds Early edible pod, flat, snow pea that produces high yields of large, delicious pods. Tradition holds that you plant peas as soon as the soil can be worked, however peas actually germinate much more slowly in cold soil. Peas planted a little later catch up very quickly with those that were planted earlier in cool soil. www.2bseeds.com /peaindex.shtml   (354 words)

Snow Pea Linguine Recipe Details | Recipe database | washingtonpost.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) Stack a couple of peas at a time and, with a very sharp knife, cut them lengthwise into the thinnest possible julienne (very thin strips); this should yield about 4 cups. Combine the snow peas, chicken stock or broth, butter and salt in a medium saucepan. Cover, place over medium heat and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the snow peas are tender and glazed. projects.washingtonpost.com /recipes/2007/03/21/snow-pea-linguine   (154 words)

Burpee - Snow Pea Oregon Sugar Pod II   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) Snow Pea Oregon Sugar Pod II Produces a huge crop of snow peas with high percentage of two pods per cluster. Snow Pea Oregon Sugar Pod II - 1Pkt. Peas are light feeders and don't generally require fertilizer. www.burpee.com /shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemID=490&itemType=PRODUCT&iMainCat=13&iSubCat=2003&iProductID=490&showTab=Cultivation   (272 words)

Snow Pea, Pear, Endive & Watercress Salad   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28) "Snow Pea, Pear, Endive and Watercress Salad" !!!!! Blanch the snow peas for 30 seconds in boiling water, then plunge them into the ice water to stop the cooking. Drain the peas, dry them (use paper towels, not the clothes dryer). www.yakrider.com /Recipes/Incredible_Salad.htm   (330 words)

Diggers Rest -Grow Peas, Eco gardening tips and smoked trout and snow pea salad Shelling and snap peas are grown for the pea inside the pod. Sugar and snow peas have an edible pod as well and are eaten whole. Peas are particularly prone to powdery mildew and root rot. www.no-dig-vegetablegarden.com /Diggers_Rest-diggers-rest-20.html   (519 words)

Atkins - Snow Pea, Pepper and Cabbage Salad Snow peas and mint are two of the seasons brightest flavors. Place snow peas with enough water to cover in a microwave-safe bowl. Mix snow peas, cabbage, pepper, onion and mint in a large bowl. www.atkins.com /recipes/s/snow-pea-pepper-and-cabbage-salad-519   (108 words)

snow pea definition - Dictionary - MSN Encarta snow pea definition - Dictionary - MSN Encarta Search for "snow pea" in all of MSN Encarta North America vegetable: a variety of garden pea with an edible thin flat pod. encarta.msn.com /dictionary_1861709441/snow_pea.html   (82 words)

Cookbook:Snow Pea - Wikibooks, collection of open-content textbooks The snow pea is a type of pea that is eaten whole, immature, and still in the pod. Snow peas should be shiny and flat, with very small peas that are barely visible through the pod. To trim snow peas, cut the tips from both ends of the pod. en.wikibooks.org /wiki/Cookbook:Snow_pea   (164 words)

Pea, Snow -- Pisum sativum L. (Macrocarpon group) Snow pea is also called edible-podded pea, sugar pea (United States), shih chia wan tou, ta li wan tou (Mandarin), sic kap woon dou (Cantonese), no laan tau (Hong Kong), and saya-endo (Japanese). Varieties of edible-podded peas closely resemble the English pea in plant and growth characteristics, except that the pods are flatter, broader, more tender, more fleshy, and less fibrous. Not only are snow peas cooked, stir-fried, and otherwise used in oriental cookery, they are delicious as a raw vegetable at parties along with carrot sticks and zucchini slices. edis.ifas.ufl.edu /MV110   (532 words)

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