Ingredient:Green peas
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Green peas, or garden peas, are the small spherical seeds of the pod fruit. While often treated culinarily as a vegetable, they are botanically legumes. They have a sweet flavor and a soft texture when cooked.
Nutritional Information
Values based on a standard 100g (3.5 oz) serving of boiled green peas.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 81 kcal |
| Protein | 5.4 g |
| Total Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 14.5 g |
| Sodium | 3 mg |
Culinary Uses
- A staple addition to fried rice, chicken pot pie, and pasta primavera. - Often pureed into "mushy peas" (a classic British side dish) or folded into risotto. - Great for tossing into curries (like matar paneer) during the last few minutes of cooking.
