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SidesJames’s home kitchenJune 18, 2012

Minty “Mushy” English Peas

Mushy peas are a traditional side dish to the British classic - Fish & Chips. I was recently in London for the Queen’s Jubilee and stayed at the incredibly beautiful Corinthia Hotel ( Click here for hotel link ). It is truly one of London’s best properties.…

Mushy Minty English Peas

What you'll need

Ingredients

  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 pound frozen peas, not thawed
  • 2 cups chopped Boston lettuce or Bibb lettuce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

The method

Directions

  1. 01

    Bring broth, peas, lettuce, mint, butter, sugar, and salt and pepper to taste to simmer in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cover and cook until peas are tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

  2. 02

    Transfer to food processor, add lemon juice, and pulse until coarsely mashed, about ten 1-second pulses Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper and serve.

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