MUSHY PEAS
“Our version of Mushy Peas – we love it, how about you?”
- 225 g regular green split peas
- boiling water
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 3 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Dissolve baking soda in boiling water. Place dried green split peas in a bowl and pour the boiling water over them so their covered by at least 75 mm of water. Give the peas a stir and then leave them to soak for at least 12 hours.
Drain and rinse peas and place them in a pot with about three cups of water.
Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the desired consistency is reached.
Once peas have fully broken down add the salt.
Note:
How long you have to simmer the peas will depend on the type and the age of the peas.
If peas are too watery, continue to simmer with the lid off until it thickens to your liking.
If the peas are too thick, add a little water. Taste again and add more salt, if needed.
Once peas are done, they will start to thicken the longer they sit.
If reheating them later or the next day, add a little more water.
Recipe and photo: Esme Slabs
