Web1 Place the split peas in a colander. Rinse them well and pick through for any tiny pebbles or debris. Step. 2 In the base of a slow-cooker, combine the peas, …
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If you are simply following a low-carb diet you can probably get away with some peas in your diet. But if you want to keep your net carbs under 25 grams a day, just one cup of green peas will take up over half of your allowed net carbs.
The peas only need to be cooked until they are tender. How do you cook dried whole green peas? Whole Peas should be soaked in water a minimum of 2 hours or overnight. To cook, change water place the legumes in a saucepan using three cups of fresh water for each cup of peas. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cover.
Just one cup of green peas contains 21 total carbs, 7 grams of fiber, and 8 grams of sugar. This equates to 14 net carbs in one cup of green peas. Of course, this is not as high as foods such as bread or pasta but it is high for a keto diet.
Cooking dried peas is a simple process. First, rinse the peas in cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Then, place the peas in a pot and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for about 1 hour. Drain the peas and serve them hot.