Mushy Peas
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Vegetarian Gluten-free British

Mushy Peas

A classic British side dish of tender peas gently simmered with butter and mint until softly crushed, bright, and creamy. Serve alongside fish and chips, pies, or sausages.

25 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Thaw the peas completely and drain away any excess water. Pick over them briefly, discarding any shriveled pieces.
2
Put the peas, water, 15 g of the butter, salt, and white pepper in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the peas are hot and tender.
3
Remove the pan from the heat. Crush about two-thirds of the peas with a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon, leaving the rest visibly whole for a rustic texture.
Partially crushed peas with a rustic mushy texture in a saucepan AI-generated image
4
Stir in the lemon juice, chopped mint, and remaining 15 g butter. Taste and adjust the salt, then return to low heat for 1 to 2 minutes until glossy and spoonable; do not allow the mixture to boil.
5
Spoon the peas into a warm serving bowl, dot with any remaining butter, and scatter with mint leaves. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Classic British mushy peas garnished with mint and butter AI-generated image

Why this recipe works

A short simmer softens the peas without washing out their flavor, while butter adds richness and mint brings a clean, fresh contrast. Partial crushing creates the characteristic spoonable texture without turning the dish into a purée.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Refrigerate cooled peas in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

How to reheat it

Reheat gently in a saucepan over low heat with 1 tablespoon of water, stirring until steaming hot; do not let them catch on the bottom.

Nutrition / serving

178kcal
8.32 gprotein
22.42 gcarbs
6.72 gfat
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Published 13 Aug 2026 · updated 14 Aug 2026