Minted smashed peas
Why not have a change from the normal frozen peas and make a dish of minted smashed peas instead? They only take a minute or two longer than it would take to defrost frozen peas in the microwave, but they have an amazing flavour that goes so well with fish or lamb. I think the extra few seconds are well worth it!
Ingredients
- 2 cups / 250 grams frozen peas (petit pois are preferable)
- 1/2 ounce / 15 grams unsalted butter
- 3 - 4 tablespoons double cream
- 1 teaspoon mint sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- 1
Tip the frozen peas into a saucepan, add a knob of butter and heat gently until the peas have defrosted.
- 2
Add the cream and mint sauce and stir well to combine. Season with salt to taste.
- 3
Allow the peas to come to a boil and then remove them from the heat.
- 4
Smash the peas with a fork (or for a smoother texture blend them with a stick-blender) and transfer them to a serving dish. Optionally garnish with a fresh mint leaf. Serve hot as a side dish.
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