Easy Traditional British Mushy Peas

Name: Easy Traditional British Mushy Peas
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 760 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 8 ounces/225 grams dried marrowfat peas (available in British supermarkets, specialty stores, and online); 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 cups boiling water; Salt, to taste; Pepper, to taste; 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, optional; 2 to 4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk, optional; 1 to 2 tablespoons butter or to taste, optional

A traditional and inexpensive side, these mushy peas are a classic accompaniment for fish and chips.

⭐ 3.9 (214 reviews) Prep: 5 minCook: 35 minTotal: 760 minYields: 6 servings

Category Tags:

Side Dish

Cuisine Tags:

British

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Instructions

Start boiling 2 cups of water.
Place peas in a large bowl, add baking soda, and cover with the boiling water. Stir until dissolved, then soak for at least 12 hours.
Drain and rinse the peas, then transfer them to a large pot. Cover with about 2 cups of cold water and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for approximately 30 minutes, or until the peas soften and become mushy.
Season with salt and pepper. Optionally add sugar for sweetness, cream or milk for fluffiness, or butter for flavor. Mash with a fork or process for a smoother consistency.
Serve hot.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 45 kcal

Carbohydrate: 7 g

Cholesterol: 2 mg

Fiber: 3 g

Protein: 3 g

Saturated Fat: 0 g

Sodium: 674 mg

Sugar: 1 g

Fat: 1 g

Unsaturated Fat: 0 g