Legume
Marrowfat Pea
About This Entry
Marrowfat peas are a mature, starchy pea variety best known as the base for British mushy peas, with a dense texture and mild sweetness — that character pairs with the crisp lightness of Pinot Grigio.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- green pea
- onion
- rice
At a Glance
Group
Peas
Classification
Legumes
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Pisum sativum
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Marrowfat Pea
- Classification
- Legumes
- Group
- Peas
- Scientific name
- Pisum sativum
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent