Homemade Mushy Peas

Ingredients

• 400 g Frozen Peas (If using fresh peas, use 500 g and blanch first)
• 2 cups Water (Boiling water; add more as needed during reduction)
• 1 tsp Salt (Fine sea salt preferred)
• 1 tsp Granulated Sugar (Balances the natural sweetness of peas)

Instructions

1. Gather Ingredients

   Measure 400 g frozen peas, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp sugar, and 2 cups water. Have a saucepan ready.

   Time: PT5M

2. Boil Peas

   Add the water to the saucepan and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the peas and stir.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 100°C

3. Season

   Stir in 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp sugar, mixing until dissolved.

   Time: PT1M

4. Simmer and Reduce

   Reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring every few minutes, until the peas start to break down and the mixture thickens, about 12 minutes. Skim any foam or residue that rises to the surface.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 90°C

5. Adjust Consistency

   If you prefer a looser texture, add a little more boiling water and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes until the desired amount of pea juice remains.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 90°C

6. Serve

   Transfer the mushy peas to a serving bowl and serve hot or warm.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

81

Protein

5 g

Carbohydrates

14 g

Fat

0.5 g

Fiber

5 g