Organic Split Yellow Peas, 24 Pounds – Dry Non-GMO Pulses. Legumes in Bulk. Great for Soups, Stews & More! Good Source of Protein and Fiber. Easy to Cook. Kosher

Organic Yellow Split Peas are delicious, nutritious, and very easy to cook. They will effortlessly become your favorite legumes as they hold the power to enrich the flavor of many dishes. Organic Dried Yellow Split Peas are an excellent source of B vitamins and many essential minerals. You can also use them to get a large serving of plant proteins in every spoonful. People often wonder what the difference between green and yellow peas is. The truth is that both of these plants are of the same genus. This means that they are very similar. The only notable differences between them are color and taste. Organic Yellow Split Peas have a rich nutty yet earthy flavor. Green peas, on the other hand, are more earthy to taste. Both types of peas have very similar nutritional values and can be used interchangeably in recipes. How Are Organic Yellow Split Peas Made? To make split peas, fresh peas are dried, peeled, and then split in half. There is no other processing involved. Therefore, organic yellow peeled and split peas are as nutritious as whole legumes. Splitting reduces cooking time, thus, you will be able to enjoy a dish with this delicious ingredient just under an hour. Note that yellow split peas are different from lentils. However, these plants are closely related and both lentils and peas have similar nutritional values. You can use Organic Yellow Split Peas as a substitute for lentils in any recipe. How to Cook Organic Yellow Split Peas To cook Organic Dried Yellow Split Peas you'll need to put them in a pot of water or broth. Use the ratio of 1.5 cup of water per 1 cup of peas. Then, bring the pot to a boil and let simmer for about 45 minutes. Organic Yellow Split Peas do not need pre-soaking. They can also be easily cooked to the point where they fall apart. This will be great when using them to make pea soup, curry, or vegetable stew. When they aren't overcooked, split peas can be used in salads. You can also use them as a base ingredient for meatless patties and other vegan meat substitutes.