Mushy peas are an iconic traditional British side-dish. So easy to prepare with every-day wholesome pantry ingredients.Tasty served along with veggie sausages, veggie pies, mashed potatoes or chips (fries). And lashings of veggie gravy!
1teaspoonbicarbonate of sodaoptional, can be omitted
½teaspoonsalt
½teaspoonsugar
10small-medium mint leavesor use 1-2 teaspoons of dried mint or mint sauce (the one that comes in a small jar such as Coleman's mint sauce)
1.3litreswater
Instructions
The night before cooking the mushy peas soak the marrowfat peas in cold water with one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda mixed through. Or just soak the peas in water, the bicarbonate of soda is particularly good addition if your dried peas are a little old as it will help soften the tough skins.
Drain the soaked peas and rinse with fresh water. Pop the peas into a pan along with ½ teaspoon of salt, ½ teaspoon of sugar, sliced or whole mint leaves and 1.3 litres (5 ½ cups) of water.
Bring to the boil and cook for 45-55 minutes until the peas are thick and mushy. Give the peas a stir now and again.
As the peas cool the sauce will become even thicker. However, if not simply simmer for a little while longer to thicken up.
Taste the mushy peas and add extra salt to taste.
To serve:
Some black pepper can be added if liked. A few drops of malt vinegar sprinkled over the top of the peas once served is also a tasty addition.
A few extra fresh mint leaves can be added to the finished mushy peas.
Notes
Nutritional information is provided for guidance only and is not a strict calculation as ingredients vary.
Nutritional data is for 6 servings. However you may get less or more portions out of the recipe depending on serving sizes.
Store leftover mushy peas within a covered container for 3 days.
Freeze for up to 3-4 months. Freeze in desired portion sizes, in either freezer bags or small containers, which will make life easier!
Reheat by adding to a non-stick pan and over a low-medium heat reheat until piping hot. Stir frequently. A little water can be added to loosen up the peas if needed.
Mushy peas are extremely tasty enjoyed chilled straight from the refrigerator for a snack.
Or enjoy reheated and dolloped on top of toasted bread for a tasty lunch or light dinner.