[header] How to prepare snow peas for cooking [title] Choose your snow peas. [step] Snow peas are available in the produce section of most grocery stores. Here's what to look for when selecting snow peas to eat : [substeps] Pick snow peas that are crisp with brightly colored pods. 
Avoid snow peas that are swollen or larger than 3 inches (7.6 cm) long--they tend to be tough. Also avoid snow peas that are dry along the edges, have yellow spots, or are wrinkled.