Store Green Peas Year-Round: 5-Step Secret Method for Freshness and Flavor

• Select large, firm peas; discard small, soft, or stained ones to prevent spoilage.
• Prepare hot water with sugar (for color) and salt (for preservation) until vigorously boiling.
• Blanch peas for just two minutes in hot water to clean and set their vibrant green color.
• Immediately transfer blanched peas to an ice bath to stop cooking and maintain texture.
• Dry peas thoroughly on a cotton cloth under a fan, then pack in airtight bags for freezer storage.