Who are these pack sizes for?

Anyone making a savoury cake to share

If your recipe uses plenty of peas and you’re making it on the day, a large tin could be a good choice. Check the drained weight and think about what you’ll do with any leftovers.

Anyone making individual portions

For mini cakes or quiches that need just a few peas, a multipack of smaller tins means you only need to open as many as you need. Check the drained weight of each tin.

Households that regularly use frozen vegetables

If you have room in the freezer, a family-size bag lets you take out peas for several savoury dishes. ALDI, for example, offers a 1 kg bag of ALL SEASONS® peas.

What should you check before buying?

Start with the amount your recipe calls for, then check what preparation is needed before cooking and how to store any leftovers.

What to consider What to check Who might find this useful?
Quantity and leftovers Compare the amount required by the recipe with the drained weight per tin, or the amount you can take from a bag. For one batch, I want to use the amount I need without opening a large tin for just a few spoonfuls. Around 40% of consumers would put getting the right amount and managing leftovers first.
Preparation before cooking Check whether you’re buying plain peas or a mixture. Drain tinned peas and follow the recipe instructions for frozen peas. For mini quiches, I want to add the required peas without pouring in the liquid from the tin. Around 30% of consumers would prioritise this preparation before cooking.
Storage and ingredients Read the ingredients list and the instructions for after opening. If you’re buying a bag of frozen peas, make sure you have room in the freezer. If I’m cooking in batches, I want to know how to store what’s left and what’s in the product I’ve chosen. Around 30% of consumers would prioritise storage and ingredients.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Comparing the total weight of tins

    The total weight includes the liquid. Bonduelle lists one of its large tins as 800 g net, with a drained weight of 560 g.

    If your recipe calls for drained peas, compare pack sizes using the drained weight shown on the label.

  • Choosing a mixture instead of plain peas

    A peas-and-carrots product won’t provide the same amount of peas as one made with peas alone.

    If your recipe calls for plain peas, check the product description and ingredients list.

  • Relying on ingredients listed by another shop

    Auchan says that the composition of its Pouce product may vary depending on the collection point and purchase date.

    Check the ingredients and storage instructions for the product you’re buying.

  • Opening a large tin without planning what to do with the leftovers

    A small batch could leave you with a lot of peas once the tin is open. Storage instructions vary by product.

    Choose smaller tins or a bag of frozen peas if you plan to cook in batches. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the opened tin.

Brands and ranges to consider

Bonduelle

One tinned pea product is listed as 800 g net, including 560 g drained weight, which the brand divides into four 140 g portions.

  • The ingredients list for this product includes peas, water, sugar and salt.
  • After opening, Bonduelle says to keep it at a maximum of 4 °C for up to 48 h. So, if you’re making a small recipe, you’ll need to plan how to use the rest.

Carrefour Classic'

The range includes a 560 g drained-weight tin of extra-fine peas and a multipack of three tins, each with a drained weight of 140 g.

  • The multipack lets you open just one small tin when your recipe calls for a smaller amount.
  • Check the ingredients and after-opening instructions for the product you choose.

Notre Jardin

This E.Leclerc Marque Repère range offers extra-fine peas in a 560 g tin and a multipack of three 140 g tins.

  • These pack sizes let you choose between a larger quantity and several smaller tins.
  • Check the label of the product you choose to confirm the drained weight, ingredients and storage instructions.

Pouce

Auchan offers Pouce very fine steamed peas in a tin with a drained weight of 560 g.

  • The product information says that after opening, the peas should be kept in an airtight container in the fridge and eaten within two days.
  • Auchan notes that the composition may vary depending on the collection point and purchase date, so check the product you choose.

ALL SEASONS®

ALDI offers a 1 kg bag of ALL SEASONS® extra-fine frozen peas.

  • The bag lets you take out the amount you need for several savoury dishes.
  • You’ll need room in the freezer and should follow the product’s storage instructions.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a 560 g tin of drained peas suitable for a savoury cake?

It could be suitable if your recipe calls for around 560 g of drained peas. If it needs much less, compare it with smaller tins or a bag of frozen peas that you can portion out.

Do you need to drain tinned peas before adding them?

Yes. If your recipe calls for peas without the liquid, drain them before adding. The drained weight then tells you how much peas you’re using.

Can you use frozen peas in an oven-baked dish?

Yes, in a savoury dish designed for them. Lidl Recettes uses 125 g of defrosted frozen peas in six oven-baked mini quiches. Follow the instructions for your own recipe; this example doesn’t apply to sweet cakes.

How long can you keep a large tin after opening?

Follow the instructions for the product you buy. For the tin featured here, Bonduelle says to keep it at a maximum of 4 °C for up to 48 h. Auchan’s Pouce product information says to keep it in an airtight container in the fridge and eat it within two days.

What should you compare on the labels of two family-size packs?

First compare the product description and the amount you can use in your recipe, then check the ingredients and storage instructions. For tinned foods in liquid, the DGCCRF reminds shoppers that the drained weight must be shown. This helps you distinguish the amount of peas from the weight of the tin and its liquid.