The Trader Joe's Freezer Staple Reddit Is Obsessed With
Trader Joe's is known for its upmarket, creative fare like salty-sweet Snacky Clusters and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups fans swear rival Reese's. But Reddit is raving about a seemingly unremarkable but actually totally underrated Trader Joe's frozen superstar. And it's not French vanilla ice cream.
"As a frozen pea connoisseur, TJs [has] the best frozen peas ever," declared u/innocentxv in the Trader Joe's subreddit.
Frozen pea connoisseur sounds like the coolest gig ever (pun intended), but what's so great about Trader Joe's frozen peas? We're glad you asked because Reddit has so many thoughts.
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Why Reddit Says Trader Joe's Frozen Peas Are the Best
Frozen peas may be an unlikely food to rave about, but sometimes life's simplest pleasures are the best. The thread has more than 90 comments, with Trader Joe's nodding in full agreement with the original poster's (OP's) declaration.
"I LOVE these," said one user. "I can't buy peas from anywhere else because these are so good."
"This is probably my most-purchased Trader Joe’s item," agreed another Redditor.
Even the world's biggest critics, toddlers, apparently love Trader Joe's Frozen Peas.
"My oldest kid agrees," wrote one. "He’s been eating them frozen straight from the freezer since he was a toddler."
"Hard agree. My toddler eats them frozen," replied another.
"I can put these out in a bowl, and my kids will snack on them like popcorn." said someone else. "They are that good."
Anticipating some heat, a few users were quick to defend Trader Joe's frozen peas preemptively.
"How come people hate on peas? I love them," said one.
"All we are saying is give peas a chance," said another.
But even people who don't like peas will eat Trader Joe's brand.
"I would agree, and I don't like peas," said another Redditor.
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How to Use Trader Joe's Frozen Peas
Aside from eating them plain (and potentially still frozen), Reddit was full of ideas on how to use Trader Joe's Frozen Peas (and recipes to avoid).
"These aren't stew peas—these are 'heat-them-up-just-barely-enough-so-they're-not-frozen-and-then-eat-them' peas," stated one commenter. "The fresh peas or non-petite peas are better for stews...I like using these in pasta. Toss them in the pasta water just before you drain. Then, add a splash of cream, cheese and some lemon zest [and] juice — delicious!"
Cue the stomachs growling. Others actually do enjoy using Trader Joe's Frozen Peas in soups and stews, so you do you.
"These are way better than normal peas," a Redditor said. "They’re sweet and tender. Love throwing them into soups, curries, pasta or really anything that needs a little extra fiber/protein."
Pasta dishes were a recurring theme.
"Yeah, I love to toss these in with the frozen penne arrabbiata — instant meal," another Redditor said.
"They're also yummy if you toss them in right at the end of making a risotto," wrote someone else.
"If you like the TJs Indian pouches, they're also yummy [when] added to those with a frozen rice packet or some naan," replied another.
"Last night, we wanted a light dinner," said a fan. "I roasted baby potatoes and steamed the peas. My wife is still raving about how delicious it was."
And the frozen peas at Trader Joe's appear to have uses beyond human consumption.
"The petite peas are a staple," wrote a fan. "I can and will add them to anything or make a batch on the side. Even my dogs love 'em. Plus they make the perfect ice pack."
"As someone who’s been using a bag of them to ice my sprained foot for the last five days, I agree," replied a user.
Hopefully, this commenter is on the mend—and able to dig into Trader Joe's Frozen Peas as part of a meal.