Sweet and Glossy Candied Peas (Wandubaegi)
Perfect for Kids’ Snacks, Bread & Rice Cake Filling! Sweet & Nutty Candied Peas
Introducing a recipe for beautifully green and delightfully sweet candied peas, known as ‘Wandubaegi’. These sweet peas are a fantastic ingredient for fillings in bread and rice cakes, or as a decorative topping for various desserts. Their vibrant color and sweetness make them a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Save this recipe for its high utility!
Main Ingredients- 300g Shelled Peas
- 170g Water
- Pinch of Salt (for boiling peas)
Syrup Mixture- 70g Sugar
- 70g Sugar
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 300g of shelled peas. In a pot, combine 170g of water and a pinch of salt (about 1/2 tablespoon). Bring the water to a rolling boil. Once boiling, add the shelled peas and cook for about 10 minutes until they become tender. Adding salt helps to maintain the vibrant green color of the peas.
Step 2
Once the peas are cooked, drain them through a colander and immediately rinse them under cold running water. This step ensures the peas remain crisp and firm, and helps to cool them down quickly, preventing them from becoming mushy in the next step. Make sure to drain them thoroughly.
Step 3
Now, let’s get to candying the peas. Prepare a thick-bottomed pan or pot. Add the 70g of sugar and 170g of water to the pan and place it over high heat. As soon as the sugar-water mixture begins to boil, proceed to the next step.
Step 4
Once the sugar syrup starts boiling, add the boiled and drained peas to the pan. Reduce the heat to medium-low. This is where patience is key! Slowly simmer the peas, stirring occasionally with a spatula to ensure the syrup coats them evenly. Heat control is crucial in candying; cooking too quickly over high heat can dull the peas’ flavor and color. Always reduce the heat to medium-low once the syrup boils and let it simmer gently.
Step 5
The candied peas are almost ready when the syrup has thickened and coats the peas, creating a luscious glaze. You can leave the syrup slightly syrupy according to your preference, but I prefer mine cooked down until almost dry. Continue stirring and cooking until the syrup forms a thick, glossy coating on the peas.
Step 6
Voila! Your beautifully glossy and sweetly candied peas are ready. The delightful aroma and vibrant green color make these candied peas a wonderful standalone snack. They are also perfect for filling pastries or rice cakes, or as a colorful topping for ice cream and yogurt, turning any dessert into something special. Making these with children can be a fun and rewarding experience!
