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Nandos Macho Peas

Homemade Nando's Style Peas

They are a spiced up version of traditional mushy peas, with a mix of peas, parsley, mint, and chili.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, British, Portuguese
Servings 4 people
Calories 67.34 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cup frozen peas
  • 1 tbsp butter or olive oil (approx 15 grams each)
  • 1 tsp mint leaves finely chopped
  • 1 tsp parsley finely chopped
  • Chilli flakes to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the peas according the packet instructions, adding a little salt to the water.
  • While the peas are cooking, finely chop the parsley & mint leaves (and fresh chilli if using)
  • When the peas are cooked, drain in a colander.
  • Add half of the peas in a mixing bowl, add the butter and mash until crushed but not mushy.
  • Add all the other igredients with the remaining peas and mix together.
  • Serve immediately.
Keyword butter, chilli flakes, mint, parsley, peas