A fantastic array of greens, pleasant to the eyes is usually created whenever the pea (Pisum sativum) plant clusters around a point in the garden. The fruits are the horns containing small beads spherical shape. It is a nutritious food for everybody, and it is easy to digest. Their seeds are used fresh or dry.
Season and Cultivation
The origin of peas can be traced to the Mediterranean basin and the Near East. It completes its life cycle within a year. Peas are wet-season crops cultivated in various parts of the world and can be planted from winter to beginning of summer; this depends on the particular place it is being planted. The optimum soil temperature for growing peas is 13 to 18 °C (55 to 64 °F).
Nutritional Information
Although peas are starchy, they contain fiber, protein, vitamin A, B6, C and K in high proportions. They also provide phosphorus, magnesium, copper, iron, zinc, and lutein. A thoroughly dried pea is just about 25% protein and 25 % sugar.
Medicinal Use
Peas are of immense medicinal use. Their application ranges from curing pancreatic cancer of the stomach to enhancing the immunity of the body. Peas also prevent “constipation.” Green peas are rich in fiber, which promotes digestion and protects against the suffering of “constipation.” They relieve arthritis, strengthen bones and protects against weight gain. Peas are rich in vitamins which safeguard against bronchitis.
Other Uses
It is great to know that peas can be used to reduce weight in those who are obese. It also has specific chemicals that are anti-aging. Furthermore, peas prevent wrinkles and fix nitrogen into the soil, thereby making it eco-friendly.
Culinary Uses
The green pea is one of the earliest crops grown by humans and has become food since time immemorial. Fresh peas are largely consumed as a vegetable. Split, and sun-dried peas are great for making soups. Also, yellow-colored split peas are usually used in making dhal curries. Field peas, on the other hand, when roasted can be made into a crunchy snack. You can try the creamed pea soup and leek and see how delicious pea can be.
At the Namkhan village, guests will get to enjoy delicious meals prepared with fresh peas. Our Spanish Mediterranean inspired organic restaurants will offer as much as possible from the farm. Our cuisines include salads, micro greens, and salads juices, vegetable fruit smoothies, some Spanish tapas, or tortillas.
