Smashed Peas With Mint Butter

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Smashed Peas with Mint Butter Recipe

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 packages frozen peas , not thawed
	2/3 cup water
	1 1/4 teaspoons salt
	5 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into 1/2 inch cubes and softened
	1/3 cup of fresh mint , finely chopped
	3 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley , finely chopped
	1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

209

Sugar

Fat

14g

Smashed peas with mint butter is a classic British recipe that has been a delight for ages. This recipe is an excellent side dish to serve with your roast chicken, grilled fish, pasta or anything that you fancy. Smashing the peas gives you a unique texture that you won't forget, while using mint butter is a great way to add more flavors. The dish will take you around 20 minutes to prepare, and with the herb and butter addition, these smashed peas are anything but ordinary.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, combine the peas, water, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
2.	Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the peas are tender.
3.	Drain the peas and transfer them to a large bowl.
4.	Add the butter, mint, parsley, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and pepper to the bowl.
5.	Using a potato masher or a fork, smash the peas until they are sized to your preference.
6.	Serve hot.

PROS

Smashing the peas creates a unique texture and flavor, making them a fun side dish to serve with any meal.

Butter and herbs add a depth of richness and flavor to the dish that is hard to resist.
The recipe is simple, easy, and quick to prepare.

CONS

Frozen peas tend to lose some of their nutritional values while processing.
Mashing them also reduces the fibre content, costing its nutritional value to some extent.
It may also seem like the dish is too drenched in butter.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Peas are rich in vitamins, especially Vitamin B, which is beneficial for the nervous system, muscles, and metabolism. It is high in dietary fibre and low in sugar, which makes it perfect for people who are calorie conscious. Mint is known to have digestive properties and has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects that may support the immune system.