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Pea shoots are the young sprouts of the pea plant. The shoots have tender light green translucent stems with several petite, ovate bright green leaves growing at the top. The leaves of pea shoots are tender and the stems offer a crisp texture and earthy aroma. Pea shoots have a nutty, sweet flavor similar to that of whole peas but slightly milder. They are often described as tasting like spring.
Pea shoots are available year-round.
Pisum Sativum (garden pea) belongs to the Fabaceae family. Pea plants take months to produce peas, but pea shoots are ready to eat in 2 weeks. Pea sprouts are generally grown in water and can be harvested in as little as 5 days. Pea shoots are grown in soil.
Pea shoots are very high in Vitamin K, which is important for blood clotting and other body processes. They are also full of Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and folic acid.
For peak nutritional value, pea shoots are best served fresh, lightly steamed, or sauteed. They are excellent in salads and stir fries. Pea shoots make a great garnish atop pizzas or soups, and are a nice addition to green smoothies.
Pea shoots are referred to as dau miu in Cantonese.
Pea shoots have been traditionally used in Asian cuisines. They were introduced to U.S. farmers markets by Hmong immigrants. The Hmong (pronounced MONG) tribe left China in the early 19th century and disbursed to the highlands of Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. Many arrived in the United States as refugees in the late 1970s. Currently the largest populations of Hmong are in California, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
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Description/Taste
Pea shoots are the young sprouts of the pea plant. The shoots have tender light green translucent stems with several petite, ovate bright green leaves growing at the top. The leaves of pea shoots are tender and the stems offer a crisp texture and earthy aroma. Pea shoots have a nutty, sweet flavor similar to that of whole peas but slightly milder. They are often described as tasting like spring.
Seasons/Availability
Pea shoots are available year-round.
Current Facts
Pisum Sativum (garden pea) belongs to the Fabaceae family. Pea plants take months to produce peas, but pea shoots are ready to eat in 2 weeks. Pea sprouts are generally grown in water and can be harvested in as little as 5 days. Pea shoots are grown in soil.
Nutritional Value
Pea shoots are very high in Vitamin K, which is important for blood clotting and other body processes. They are also full of Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and folic acid.
Applications
For peak nutritional value, pea shoots are best served fresh, lightly steamed, or sauteed. They are excellent in salads and stir fries. Pea shoots make a great garnish atop pizzas or soups, and are a nice addition to green smoothies.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Pea shoots are referred to as dau miu in Cantonese.
Geography/History
Pea shoots have been traditionally used in Asian cuisines. They were introduced to U.S. farmers markets by Hmong immigrants. The Hmong (pronounced MONG) tribe left China in the early 19th century and disbursed to the highlands of Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. Many arrived in the United States as refugees in the late 1970s. Currently the largest populations of Hmong are in California, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Barefoot Coffee Cafe | Solana Beach CA | 310-428-4085 |
| Eclipse Chocolate | San Diego CA | 619-578-2984 |
| The Crack Shack-San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-795-3299 |
| Volcano Rabbit | San Diego CA | 619-232-8226 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Surf Side Cuisine (Deli) | San Diego CA | 619-507-0891 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Wrench and Rodent | Oceanside CA | 760-840-1976 |
| Barbusa | San Diego CA | 619-297-6333 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| BFD-Big Front Door | San Diego CA | 619-255-4100 |
| Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| The Plot | Oceanside CA | 422-266-8200 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| San Diego Natural History Museum | San Diego CA | 619-255-0216 |
| Salad Style | San Diego CA | 619-255-6731 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Duwara Consciousness Foundation | Oceanside CA | 760-710-7473 |
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Ballard Farmers Market
Spring Rain Farm
Washington, United States187 Covington Way PO Box 1015 Chimicum WA 98325 425-218-7756 https://www.springrainfarm.org About 111 days ago, 12/08/19 Sharer's comments : Excellent in salad, sandwiches, eggs and an excellent source of beta carotene, vitamin A, C, E!! 
Ballard Farmer's Market
Growing Washington
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesPo Box 30282, Bellingham 98228 About 517 days ago, 10/28/18 Sharer's comments : Green Pea Shoots spotted at Ballard Farmer's Market. Super tender, fantastic raw or in a quinoa salad! 
Issaquah Farmers Market
Cascadia Greens
Near NW Sammamish Rd & 11th Ave NW, Washington, United States, Krain 98023 425-444-3047 About 574 days ago, 9/01/18 Sharer's comments : Green Pea Shoots spotted at Issaquah Farmers Market. Nutritious, and yummy raw in salad or sandwiches!! Fat Cat Organics, Cullman AL Near Cullman, Alabama, United States About 589 days ago, 8/17/18 
Certified Farmers Market Old Town La Quinta
Wits' End Market Garden
Near La Quinta, California, United States39375 Raspberry Ct. Oak Glen, Ca 92399 909-570-1250 About 706 days ago, 4/22/18 Sharer's comments : Green Pea Shoots spotted at Certified Farmers Market Old Town La Quinta. Really sweet and tender, great addition to a dish. |
