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WHAT IS CANNED PEAS?
Just so we are all on the same page, let’s just make sure we are all using the same can! For this post, we are talking about green peas that you will find on any American grocery shelf. We ARE NOT talking about black eye peas or any of those particular legume family.
HOW TO SEASON CANNED PEAS?
The best thing you can do for any canned vegetable is to season it properly. I want you fixing your peas so that they taste JUST LIKE HOME! That means proper seasoning which consists of:
- Salt
- Pepper
- Sugar
- Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
ARE CANNED PEAS COOKED ALREADY?
You might be wondering if canned peas are cooked already. The reason you would ask this is because you want to make sure that it is safe to eat them when they are just warmed up. The answer is, “Yes”. It is safe to eat them right out of the can.
CAN YOU FRY COOKED PEAS?
You can, but you might not want to is the answer. When you fry a pea, often the inside comes out and makes a mess in your cooking oil.
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TIPS AND TRICKS FOR HOW TO COOK CANNED PEAS ON THE STOVE
- When purchasing your peas, you might want to remember that the early small peas usually the best tasting. They have a sweeter flavor and the skin is less thick.
- Keep in mind the number of servings for the can you pick and make sure you are cooking enough for everyone who will be at your table. The recipe below is for 2 servings. You can bump up the other ingredients if you need to feed more people.
- Pouring the can water off is important. Some canned food, I’ve noticed has a can taste. You can be assured that the cans with the white plastic lining will not have this taste of metal but since I don’t know which one you have purchased, its better to go with pouring that water off.
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR HOW TO COOK CANNED PEAS ON THE STOVE
- Drain the water from the canned peas. Some cans impart a metal taste and everything will taste better with fresh water.
- Some people will tell you that there is flavor in the water inside the can, but that probably isn’t a flavor you actually want.
- Remember for this recipe and most all recipes, you will want salt, pepper, sweet, a fat and a tiny bit of spice (some recipes you also want some acid). It’s a good rule of thumb.
- You might enjoy the tiny baby peas more than the full grown big peas, especially if you aren’t a real pea lover to start with. The baby peas are less strong tasting and are generally more sweet.
- When comparing costs, you’ll notice that some of the tiny cans actually contain as many actual peas as the larger cans. Just like potato chips, sometimes it's more filler in the can than actual product.
COOK ON HIGH?
- While it might seem like a good idea to turn the stove up on HIGH to get things hot as soon as possible, it will actually do better if you do a medium heat and gently warm the whole pot up together.
- A HOT heat will bring it to a boil fast, but might break your peas apart.
WHAT ABOUT OTHER FLAVORS?
- Feel free to add something to your peas. A lot of people like the taste of peas and carrots together (it also makes a nice color together!). Some people like mushrooms in their peas. Get creative, it can be fun!
- If you only have salted butter, use it and don’t worry about it, just taste the peas before you add too much salt.
- Kosher salt is good to use because it is difficult to add too much, the grain is large and it is easy to actually pinch in your fingers. If you only have regular table salt, start with ¼ teaspoon and increase as needed to taste.
- If you don’t have garlic or onion powder, then you may leave those off. However, the peas usually taste better with those items added for flavor.
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THE RECIPE FOR HOW TO COOK CANNED PEAS ON THE STOVE
HOW TO COOK CANNED PEAS ON THE STOVE
Ingredients
- 16 oz can of green peas
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon granulated white sugar
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Open the can of green peas and pour off the water in the can.
- Add a ½ cup of fresh water to the peas and pour the peas and water into a small sauce pan.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat on the stove top.
- Add the butter, salt, pepper, onion powder, sugar, garlic powder and red pepper flakes to the peas.
- Heat over medium heat stirring occasionally until the butter is melted and the peas are heated through
Notes
Nutrition
A VERSE TO SHARE
Today I just want to share some of the word for everyone to digest. There isn’t much that I need to add. You’ll understand the meaning when you read the scripture.
Matthew 19: 13-15.
Then people brought little children to Jesus for him to place his hands on them and pray for them. But the disciples rebuked them.
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” When he had placed his hands on them, he went on from there.
Lori A says
I love it! I rinsed my peas with water and omitted the kosher salt to lower the overall sodium because my butter was salted, I think.
I love this website because not everyone was raised with someone able or willing to teach basic cooking skills from a pantry. Comments like "use a slotted spoon" to remove the peas is very helpful. Your website allows me to pick up any can of food and know that I can come here and find a recipe with only a few additional low cost ingredients to make it tasty. Thank you!
Wendi Spraker says
Hi Lori, That makes Sarah and I both feel super good. Thanks for sharing. I'm glad you enjoyed your peas. Please let me know if there is a recipe you are looking for or want to know how to use an ingredient or whatever. You can simply leave a comment here on the website or you can email me at wendi at sign loavesanddishes.net
Sands says
Holy Moly! This was fantastic! And i never. ever. Leave a comment. Its that good. Thank you so much for sharing!
Wendi Spraker says
So glad you enjoyed it!
Franchesca says
Girl you just made canned peas taste like fine dining!! Thank you!! Removing the can water is such great advice. And the butter and seasonings are delish with the peas. God bless you sister!
Wendi Spraker says
So glad you enjoyed them!
Kathleen Kelly says
Thank you for all of your advice on "doctoring up" canned peas. I don't think any of us expected to be confronted with the pandemic, loss of income and drastic increase in food costs. Those forced to resort to food pantries, like myself, likely have no experience with preparing canned vegetables. Your information is very much appreciated.
Wendi Spraker says
Best wishes dear one! I prefer canned beans for many reasons, not the least of which is time involved! Hope you enjoy!
Mimi says
I love that you posted a recipe for CANNED PEAS ON THE STOVE! I was looking for a way to doctor them up, and found your site. I decided on a little butter and some fresh cracked pepper.
Wendi Spraker says
Sounds perfect!
Monica B says
This recipe made the peas taste very delicious. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
Wendi Spraker says
Thanks Monica, So glad you enjoy it
Dylan says
Should this be strained or cooked long enough that the water evaporates? The butter melts long before the water is gone so wonder what you’d recommend. Thanks!
Wendi Spraker says
You will have water left in the pan and the butter is melted in the water, yes, that's correct. Use a slotted spoon to dip the peas out. The extra water keeps the peas moist. The butter will flavor the peas.
Mary K Ellis says
Love the adding of sugar really adds to flavor,
Wendi Spraker says
Glad you enjoyed it!
Jumaat says
Thank you very much for the recipe. I would not waste time to try it. It appears to be very delicious especially with the butter and spices into it.
Wendi Faul says
I've hated peas ny entire life. This recipe helped ne actually ENJOY them. Thank you!
Wendi Spraker says
Hi Wendi! I'm so glad that you are enjoying them now! (Plus, you have a GREAT name and it is spelled exactly right!) 🙂
Lori says
I loved the seasonings! I omitted the salt because I only had salted butter on hand and I rinsed and drained my peas too because I'm on a low sodium diet. I loved the addition of red pepper flakes. I first thought this would serve three but after my first bowl, well, I loved it! No leftovers tonight. Thanks for sharing!
Wendi Spraker says
Fantastic! I'm glad you were able to make it your own and still loved it!
Andrew Boughter says
I was attracted to your recipe initially because of your faith based approach. The problem is that I dislike canned peas because they are mostly water. Anything too mushy is "anathema" to me, and canned peas are the muskies.
So tonight I made canned peas in a Gourmia 6qt air fryer.
Poured the peas into a sieve first and drained the water, then put them in the air fryer basket, sprayed them with canola, sprinkled them with pink Himalayan salt, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, then put in a 1/4 slice of bacon, and turned the air fryer on the seafood setting.
(14 minutes at 375)
shaking every few minutes, and at the 7 minute mark sprayed once more lightly with canola, and a little lemon juice.
(EVOO, peanut or avocado oil would also work)
This was the first time that I have ever enjoyed canned peas, they were like pea french fries, and the moisture that always made me disdain them was eliminated.
My parents were missionaries in Portugal for 24 years,and of course I grew up eating canned peas, but only out of a sense of duty or obligation.
I've only had the air fryer for a week but now that I know it can even make canned peas edible I will be experimenting a lot more.
Sincerely,
Andrew
Wendi Spraker says
Andrew, sounds like you've got the perfect answer for the moisture issue. I'm glad you'll be enjoying your peas now!
Anita says
Thanks for the idea! I found myself with a tin of peas from from an emergency cache and didn't know how to treat them - I've only used fresh peas before. Sometimes these 'basics' aren't basic to even experienced cooks - I appreciate you stooping to how to use such things 😉
Wendi Spraker says
Not everything is in everyones wheel house and so, if we all just share what we are good at then we change the world! lol. You would be surprised at how many people ask me things like, "...but what I need to know is how to fix a can a corn so that it tastes good". So, I put a bunch of these posts together to help people, my absolute pleasure.
Allen Black says
This recipe is SO good...and easy. It's my new go-to recipe for canned peas
Wendi Spraker says
Hi Allen! I'm so glad it was just what you were looking for! 🙂 Have a good one!
Martha A. says
I would have never thought to add sugar until a friend from Lousisana mentioned that she does... that discussion led me to your website. Sounds great, gonna try this tonight! Thanks!
Wendi Spraker says
Hi Martha, Thanks for leaving a comment. I'm positive you'll love it. 🙂