Don’t overcook them. I said it before, but it bears repeating: peas go from perfect to pâté in about 15 seconds. Watch them like a hawk watches a tiny green snack.
Don’t salt them too early if you’re sautéing—salt can toughen their skins. Wait until they’re hot in the pan, then add a pinch. And for the love of all that’s tasty, don’t drown them in sauce. Let the sweet pea flavor shine.
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One more thing: Never boil frozen peas the same way. Frozen peas are already blanched; just heat them gently. But fresh peas? They’re a diva, and they deserve the spotlight.