Everyday meals · United Kingdom

Mushy Peas

Name: Mushy Peas
Total time: 730 min
Cuisine: United Kingdom
Ingredients: Dried marrowfat peas; Water; 2 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp sugar (optional, to taste)

Mushy peas is a popular and characteristic British dish that has helped to give British cooking its well-deserved reputation. Mushy peas are often served with fish and chips.

Published October 16, 2026

EST. TOTAL TIME12h 10m

DIFFICULTYEasy

SERVESSee recipe

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What you’ll need

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Dried marrowfat peas
Water
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp sugar (optional, to taste)

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Step 1
Place the peas in 2–3 times their volume of water, along with the baking soda, which speeds the soaking process.
Step 2
Leave to soak overnight.
Step 3
The next day, drain the peas, and place in a saucepan with enough water to just cover them.
Step 4
Bring to the boil and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to help break up the peas.
Step 5
Add water or reduce to the desired consistency.
Step 6
Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Mushy Peas

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