Sea Island Red Peas from Marsh Hen Mill

A Lowcountry heirloom with deep roots. Sea Island Red Peas are a small, earthy, richly flavored legume grown on Edisto Island, SC, with a history tied to the Gullah-Geechee community and the agricultural heritage of the South Carolina coast. Originally served with collard greens on New Year's Day for good luck, these peas are flavorful enough to earn a place at the table year-round.

Marsh Hen Mill grows these peas on Edisto Island and brings them to your table as a direct connection to one of the most important culinary traditions in the Lowcountry.

Perfect for:

• The traditional New Year's Day meal with collard greens and cornbread
• Serving alongside Carolina Gold Rice for an authentic Gullah-Geechee combination
• A hearty side dish for any Southern or Lowcountry meal
• Slow-cooking with smoked meat, ham hock, or pulled pork
• Finishing with a drizzle of Lowcountry Herb Infused Olive Oil and Bulls Bay Sea Salt
• Making pea salads and cold grain bowls in warmer months

Great as a gift for:

• Anyone who loves Southern cooking and Lowcountry food traditions
• Food historians and heritage ingredient enthusiasts
• Pair with Carolina Gold Rice and Marsh Hen Mill Yellow Grits for a complete Lowcountry pantry gift

Size: 1.5lb bag (ships as 2lb for UPS calculation)
Producer: Marsh Hen Mill, Edisto Island, SC
Grown: Edisto Island, South Carolina
Shipping: Ships nationwide. Free shipping on orders over $50.