Conch Peas--what do I do with them?

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Have been presented with some conch peas. They are shelled, pale green, kind of firm. Googled recipes and what turned up was suggestions for dishes using rice, peas and conch, but I did not find anything for a type of peas called conch peas. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

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Forgot to say they are best served with cornbread, imo. You might try asking for additional cooking tips on the South board.

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I add 1/2 bay leaf, and fresh or powdered garlic to the pot. Serve over brown rice to equal a complete protein. 

Plate up with a thick slice of fresh onion & beef stake type tomato. Any greens you like will compliment it -- a cold salad if it's hot outside but cooked kale, spinach or traditionally collard or mustard greens where served with a sprinkle of pepper vinegar and, of course, corn bread :D

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PcatPcat knows what she is talking about for sure when it comes to conch peas. I'm 7th generation Floridian an I can tell ya all about the wonderful conch peas! I now live in TX an they had no clue at the veggie market what I was wanting. They call them Cream Peas out here but they are not really conch but close. Pcat an I have the same way of cooking them. I may or may not put in the bay leaf tho. They are almost impossible to come by anyplace but FL an even there it's hard. So if ya run into any by all means try them if ya never have. FloridaSyl

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It is spelled CONK. not like the conchs in the seashells. That is why you had trouble Googling it. ☺️ Conk peas cook very quickly, compared to other peas, so take care not to overcook them.

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