Carlin Peas
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Carlin Peas (Pisum sativum) are a traditional dried grey pea, historically eaten on Carlin Sunday in northern England before Easter. They can taste similar to chickpeas and lentils.
What it's used for
Carlin peas should be soaked overnight before use and then simmered like a pulse. They’re traditionally fried in butter with a little sugar, rum, or vinegar for Carlin Sunday.
Grow your own at home
These peas should be grown like a regular pea: it needs support, sun and moisture while flowering and podding.
They’re best sown from March to May, direct or under cover.
The pods need to be allowed to dry fully on the plant before picking, which is usually around August and September. They then need to be shelled and stored until use.
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