Creamy Mashed Peas with Mint
This creamy mashed peas recipe with mint is a delicious, healthy, and versatile side dish that’s quick to prepare.
Ingredients · Servings 3
- 400 gr peas ((frozen or canned))
- 1 onion (medium chopped)
- 20 gr butter (for sautéing)
- 200 gr heavy cream (full fat)
- 6 mint leaves (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt
- pepper
Method · 20 min
- Put a deep pot on low to medium heat, add some butter, olive oil, and one onion, and sauté until caramelized.
- Once caramelized, add the peas and continue sautéing for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the cream, lower the heat, season with salt and pepper, cover the pot, and let the it cook for 5 minutes until the peas soften and the cream sets.
- Remove from the heat and lightly beat in batches in the mixer. Do not aim for a completely smooth consistency.
- Pour into a plate, add the chopped mint leaves, mix with a spoon, and serve.