Capsaicin Free Buttered Peas with Mint
Sweet, tender peas tossed in foamy butter and finished with fresh mint — this is the kind of simple side dish that somehow tastes far more special than the ingredient list suggests. The whole thing comes together in minutes, making it an effortless addition to any weeknight dinner or a polished complement to a weekend roast. For anyone avoiding capsaicin, navigating side dishes can feel limiting, especially when so many recipes lean on chili flakes or spiced seasonings for flavor. Here, brightness comes entirely from the fresh mint and a perfectly measured pinch of sea salt, so there's nothing to pick around or substitute. The technique matters too — melting the butter until just foamy before adding the peas gives every little sphere a rich, glossy coating without any heaviness. It's a dish that proves restraint in the kitchen can be just as satisfying as complexity.
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4 servings
- 3 cups frozen peas
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 3 tbsp fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
Instructions
- 1
Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the frozen peas and cook for 2–3 minutes, until bright green and just tender.
- 2
Drain the peas through a colander and shake off any excess water.
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