Best 9 Mushy Peas I Recipes

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Mushy peas, also commonly known as smashed peas, are a culinary delight popular in various cuisines around the world. Their soft and creamy texture, along with their vibrant green hue, makes them a delightful addition to many meals. Whether you prefer them as a classic side dish or an integral part of a traditional dish, creating perfect mushy peas that are both flavorful and visually appealing can be an art form. In this article, we'll guide you through selecting the finest ingredients, mastering cooking techniques, and exploring creative serving suggestions to elevate your mushy peas game and impress your taste buds. So, let's dive into the world of mushy peas and discover the secrets to crafting this delectable dish that will leave you and your loved ones craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MUSHY PEAS



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So here is the story behind me and mushy peas. I love peas, but I don't like mushy peas (like the kind that come out of a can mushy, not like this recipe mushy), so when I read about mushy peas and fish and chips, my curiosity was piqued -- the description sounded good. So of course I went in search of a recipe. I have no looked back! This is so good! I eat it when we have real fish and chips and when we have grilled fish and sweet potato chips! It is also a great side for pork chops or potroast in place of the mashed potatoes! I found this on allrecipes.com sometime back in 2008. Very good!

Provided by SarahBeth

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a shallow pot of lightly salted water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Add frozen peas, and cook for 3 minutes, or until tender.
  • Drain peas, and transfer to a blender or large food processor. Add cream, butter, salt and pepper to peas, and process until blended, but still thick with small pieces of peas.
  • Adjust seasonings to taste, and serve immediately.

MUSHY PEAS RECIPE



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Mushy peas are miles away from boring, bland dishes you might associate with mush. Here, peas are cooked simply with butter, then mashed and seasoned with lemon, salt and pepper.

Provided by Sydney Oland

Categories     Sides

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound frozen peas
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon juice from 1 lemon
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped mint, basil or sage (optional)

Steps:

  • Place peas, 1 tablespoon butter and water in a small saucepan over medium high heat. Cook, stirring often, until peas are thawed and soft and butter is melted, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and mash peas with a potato masher or wooden spoon until desired consistency is reached.
  • Add lemon juice and remaining butter and mix until butter is incorporated. Season to taste with salt and pepper adding optional herbs if using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 207 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize Serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

MINTY MUSHY PEAS



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This is a fantastic recipe that is so quick and so simple and uses our reliable friends the frozen peas, which work really well here. Great with fish, meat or even as a vegetarian dish with a big dollop of butter on top.

Provided by Jamie Oliver

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch spring onions, chopped
1 handful fresh mint, leaves picked
1 pound (500 grams) frozen peas
2 large knobs butter
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan and add the chopped onions, mint, and peas. Cover and leave for a few minutes to steam. Mash with a potato masher. You can do this with a food processor as well, just pulse it until smooth. Whether mashing or pulsing, when it's done add the butter and season very carefully, to taste.

MUSHY PEAS I



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Mushy Peas are a great side dish with fried cod or salmon. Note: You can add more liquid (water or cream) depending how mushy you want your peas. Use low fat milk if you're calorie-conscious.

Provided by Stella

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Peas

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
¼ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon butter
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a shallow pot of lightly salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add frozen peas, and cook for 3 minutes, or until tender.
  • Drain peas, and transfer to a blender or large food processor. Add cream, butter, salt and pepper to peas, and process until blended, but still thick with small pieces of peas. Adjust seasonings to taste, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 396.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

TRADITIONAL BRITISH MUSHY PEAS



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Mushy peas are the traditional accompaniment to authentic British fish and chips. In the UK they would be traditionally made using marrowfat peas, but this version uses much more readily available dried split green peas.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 8h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups dried split green peas
1 tablespoon baking soda
Salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
Fish and chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Put the split green peas in a large pot with the baking soda and enough water to cover the peas four times over. Cover and allow to rehydrate in the fridge overnight.
  • Drain the peas in a colander and rinse with cold water to remove any lingering baking soda.
  • Return the peas to the pan and cover with cold water by 1/2-inch. Add some salt, bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. During the simmering, discard any pea foam that forms on top using a slotted spoon. The peas are done cooking once they just lose their bite, 30 to 40 minutes. Overcooking results in soup, which isn't what we're going for.
  • Remove from the heat, add the butter and stir to fully incorporate. Taste and add more salt if required.
  • Serve immediately with fish and chips, or cool and store for up to 3 days.

EASY TRADITIONAL BRITISH MUSHY PEAS



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Try this easy, traditional mushy peas recipe for making this classic accompaniment for fish and chips. It tastes good and is inexpensive to make.

Provided by Elaine Lemm

Categories     Side Dish

Time 12h40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces/225 grams dried marrowfat peas (available in British supermarkets, specialty stores, and online)
2 cups boiling water
2 tablespoons baking soda
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)
Optional: 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar or to taste
Optional: 2 to 4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Optional: 1 to 2 tablespoons butter or to taste

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Place the peas in a large bowl or stockpot; they need plenty of room to expand. Add the baking soda and cover with 2 cups of boiling water. Stir until the baking soda dissolves.
  • Let the peas soak for a minimum of 12 hours.
  • Drain and rinse the peas well in a colander, then transfer them to a large pot.
  • Cover the peas with cold water (about 2 cups) and bring them to a boil.
  • Lower the heat and simmer the peas uncovered for approximately 30 minutes or until they soften and turn mushy.
  • Season the peas with salt and pepper to taste. Add the optional sugar if you prefer them slightly sweeter, heavy cream or milk to give them a fluffier texture, or butter for flavor. You can also smash them with a fork for a smoother texture, or run them through the food processor if you prefer a puree.
  • Serve the mushy peas hot with fish and chips or a tasty meat pie. Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 674 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize 12 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY MUSHY PEAS



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Enjoy comfort food at its best with homemade mushy peas. Their subtle mint and lemon flavour means they're perfect with fish and chips

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Side dish

Time 35m

Yield Serves 4-6 as a side

Number Of Ingredients 5

250g dried marrowfat peas
2 tbsp baking powder
25g salted butter , cubed
¼ small bunch of mint , finely chopped
½ lemon , juiced

Steps:

  • Put the marrowfat peas and baking soda in a large heatproof bowl and cover with boiling water. Leave to soak for 12 hours or overnight.
  • Drain the peas and rinse them twice with cold water to wash off the baking soda. Put the beans in a saucepan and cover with 650ml cold water. Bring to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 30 mins until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Mash briefly and stir in the butter, mint and lemon, seasoning to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

MUSHY PEAS



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Mushy peas are a great side dish with fried cod or salmon. You can add more liquid (water or cream) depending on how mushy you want your peas. Use low-fat milk if you're calorie-conscious.

Provided by Stella

Categories     Green Pea Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
¼ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon butter
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a shallow pot of lightly salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add frozen peas, and cook for 3 minutes, or until tender.
  • Drain peas, and transfer to a blender or large food processor. Add cream, butter, salt, and pepper, and process until blended, but still thick with small pieces of peas.
  • Adjust seasonings to taste, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 396.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

IRISH "MATTER OF FACT PEAS" (MUSHY PEAS)



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You can also buy these peas canned but they are quite expensive and are so easy to make. These peas are also common in England as Pub Fare. I love them served with good Bangers (sausages) and a green saladWhat we call Baking soda in Canada is known elsewhere as bicarbonate of soda.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 8h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces dried split marrowfat peas (other may be substituted if not available)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 1/2 cups boiling water
salt
pepper
1 pinch sugar
butter

Steps:

  • Put the peas in a bowl, add baking soda, pour on the boiling water and soak overnight.
  • Next day drain and barely cover the peas with water, bring to a boil and simmer until tender and soft apprx 15-20 minutes, drain.
  • Add salt pepper pinch of sugar and the butter, stir and serve.

Tips:

  • Use dried marrowfat peas for the most authentic mushy peas. If using frozen peas, thaw them before cooking.
  • Soak the peas overnight in cold water. This will help them to cook more evenly.
  • Cook the peas in a large pot with plenty of water. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the peas are soft and mushy.
  • Add a pinch of baking soda to the cooking water. This will help to soften the peas and prevent them from becoming too hard.
  • Season the mushy peas with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as mint, parsley, or garlic.
  • Serve mushy peas hot or cold. They are a great accompaniment to fish and chips, meat pies, or sausages.

Conclusion:

Mushy peas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are a great source of protein and fiber, and they are also very affordable. With a little planning, you can easily make mushy peas at home using simple ingredients. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give mushy peas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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