Jamie Oliver Pea And Mint Soup Recipe

Jamie Oliver Pea and Mint Soup is made with onions, butter, peas, chicken or vegetable stock, mint, salt, pepper, and creme fraiche. This easy Green Pea and Mint Soup recipe creates a healthy soup that takes about 20 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 4 people. This Pea and Mint Soup can be served warm(hot) or cold(chilled).

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💚 Why You’ll Love This Pea And Mint Soup Recipe:

Culinary Simplicity: Achieve a delicious result with minimal effort.
Satisfying Portion: Yields approximately four servings for a fulfilling meal.
Minty Zing: The addition of fresh mint adds a zesty and aromatic twist.
Creamy Indulgence: A swirl of creme fraiche enhances the overall creaminess.

🧅 Jamie Oliver Pea And Mint Soup Ingredients

½ cup of finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
2 ½ cups peas (use fresh or thawed if frozen)
1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
2 tablespoons freshly chopped mint
Salt and pepper, start with ⅛ teaspoon of each and adjust to taste
1 tablespoon creme fraiche per serving, for garnish

🍵 How To Make Jamie Oliver Pea And Mint Soup

Prepare the Ingredients: Start by finely chopping the onion. Measure out the rest of your ingredients so they are ready to use.
Cook the Onion: Place a pot on medium heat and melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent. Make sure not to let it brown.
Add Peas and Stock: Add the peas to the pot and stir them well with the onion. Pour in the stock and bring everything to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low.
Simmer: Cover the pot with a lid. Let it cook for about 2 minutes if using thawed peas, or 5 to 7 minutes if using fresh peas. The peas should stay bright green.
Blend and Season: Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the chopped mint. Use a hand blender, or carefully transfer the soup to a blender, and blend until smooth. Remember to let it cool slightly if you’re using a standard blender. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
Serve: You can serve this soup warm, or let it cool down and refrigerate to serve chilled. It’s delicious with a swirl of creme fraiche in each bowl.

💭 Recipe Tips:

Use Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh peas and mint if available. Fresh ingredients enhance the taste and color of the soup.
Consistent Chopping: Finely chop the onion to ensure it cooks evenly and integrates well into the soup.
Simmering Time: Be careful with the simmering time; overcooking can make the peas lose their bright green color and fresh flavor.
Blending Safety: Allow the soup to cool slightly before blending to avoid splashes and ensure a smooth texture.

🍚 What To Serve With Pea And Mint Soup?

If you prefer Pea and Mint Soup warm, it pairs excellently with soft dinner rolls, lemon herb chicken, parmesan crisps, or a crisp Caesar salad.

For enjoying the soup cold, it goes wonderfully with a caprese salad, cold roast beef sandwiches, cucumber dill salad, or chilled melon slices.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Pea And Mint Soup?

Keep in Fridge: Let the soup cool down completely, then cover it or put it in a sealed container. Keep it in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezing: If you want to keep the soup for longer, freeze it. Wait until it’s cool, then put it in a container or bag that’s safe for the freezer. You can freeze it for up to 2 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight before you reheat it.

🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Pea And Mint Soup?

Stovetop: Pour the soup into a pot and reheat it over medium heat, stirring occasionally until it is thoroughly warmed.
Microwave: Place the soup in a microwave-safe container and cover it. Heat on high for about 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even heating.

FAQ’S:

Can I Use Mint Extract Instead Of Fresh Mint?

Using mint extract in this soup is not recommended. Fresh mint provides a bright, refreshing flavor that extracts can’t match. If you can’t find fresh mint, a small amount of dried mint can be used as a substitute.

What Can I Do If My Soup Is Too Thick?

Just add some more stock or water to thin it out. Warm it up again after you mix it well.

What If My Soup Is Too Thin?

If it’s too thin, let it cook uncovered for a few more minutes to reduce the liquid, or blend in some extra cooked peas to thicken it up.

How Do I Know When The Peas Are Perfectly Cooked?

Peas are perfectly cooked when they are tender but still bright green. Overcooking peas will dull their color and flavor, so it’s important to keep the cooking time short, especially for frozen peas.

Can This Soup Be Made Vegan?

Sure! Use vegetable stock and plant-based butter or oil instead of regular butter. For the creme fraiche, choose a vegan alternative.