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Description/Taste
Snow peas have pale green pods and contain petite, flattened peas. Pods are wide and flat, measuring approximately two to three inches in length. Both the peas and pod are edible and have a sweet pea flavor and tender yet crisp texture. The peas grow from flowers which can be white or purple, at this young stage both the leaves and flowers of the snow pea plant can be eaten as well.
Seasons/Availability
Available year-round, the peak season for snow peas is spring through the early summer months.
Current Facts
The snow pea along with sugar and snap peas are part of a group of peas botanically known as Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon. Members of the Fabaceae family these peas are known for their tender edible seed pods. Botanically snow peas are a fruit but they are utilized today in the culinary world as a vegetable.
Nutritional Value
Snow peas offer protein, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, vitamin C and K, potassium, magnesium and iron. Snow peas are also higher in vitamin C than other types of peas.
Applications
Snow peas are an integral vegetable in oriental cuisine and used commonly in stir-fries, fried rice and noodle dishes. Their crunchy texture and fresh flavor will complement soups, curries and meats prepared in a rich sauce. Snow peas can also be used raw in salads and spring rolls or served on a cruditƩ tray. A versatile pea it's flavor and texture marries well with shrimp, scallops, cashews, citrus, soy sauce, sesame, butter, delicate noodles and tofu. Because of their high sugar content care should be taken when cooking snow peas as they will brown quicker than other varieties of peas.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In France the snow pea is also known as, mange-tout, meaning "eat it all." In Mandarin they are known as āhe lan do' or Holland pea. In China the pea shoots and flowers of the snow pea plant are considered a delicacy and known as Dow miu.
Geography/History
Native to the Mediterranean region snow peas were a popular variety of pea in Europe in the nineteenth century. From there they spread to China where they were quickly adopted as the preferred pea variety and to this day are a quintessential ingredient in Oriental cuisine. Snow peas thrive in cool climates and depending on variety can be trellised or grown as a trailing vine on the ground. Snow peas will be at their peak flavor and texture wise five to seven days after flowering and should be picked often to ensure plants keep producing.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Hane | San Diego CA | 619-260-1411 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Stone Brewing-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-269-2100 |
| Red Tail Catering | San Marcos CA | 858-605-8219 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 702-683-7590 |
| Seven Mile Casino | Chula Vista CA | |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Pacific Beach Ale House | San Diego CA | 858-581-2337 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| InterContinental San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Sbicca | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1001 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Farm Fresh Meals | Vista CA | 760-707-2383 |
| Lucky Bolt | San Diego CA | 917-969-9500 |
| Ciccia Osteria | San Diego CA | 619-674-4069 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-471-0083 |
| Sheraton La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-453-5500 |
| Monteferante Foods | Vista CA | 310-740-0194 |
| 10 Barrel Brewing Co. | San Diego CA | 619-886-2743 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Kappa Delta | San Diego CA | 510-512-2213 |
| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Saiko Sushi-Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-0868 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
| Reata Glen | Mission Viejo CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Tiger Tiger | San Diego CA | 619-764-5475 |
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Grove Market
Near Pacific Grove, California, United StatesAbout 253 days ago, 7/26/19 
American Ranch & Seafood Market
American Ranch & Seafood Market
Near Artesia, California, United States19105 Pioneer Blvd Artesia CA 90701 562-924-7000 About 287 days ago, 6/22/19 
Albertsons
Albertsonās - Harbor Blvd
Near Costa Mesa, California, United States2300-c Harbor Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92626 949-515-7227 About 288 days ago, 6/21/19 
Magnolia Farmers Market
Mariposa Farm
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesEverson, WA About 295 days ago, 6/15/19 Sharer's comments : Lovely and sweet, just remember they brown quickly so just a light sautƩ will do the trick ;) 
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Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 348 days ago, 4/23/19 Sharer's comments : Snow peas š 
Poway Farmers Market
Rodney Kwano Farms
Near Poway, California, United States4791 Claire Drive Oceanside CA 92057 760-815-9434 About 351 days ago, 4/20/19 
Hayward WI Farmers Market
Sunny Hill Farms
Wisconsin, United States, Bruce 54895 715-868-5835 About 643 days ago, 7/02/18 Sharer's comments : Snow Peas spotted at Hayward WI Farmers Market . 
Vista Farmers Market
Rodney Kwano Farms
Near Vista, California, United States4791 Claire Drive, Oceanside 92057 619-917-7540 About 708 days ago, 4/28/18 Sharer's comments : Snow Peas spotted at Vista Farmers Market. Flavorful |
