Mushy peas Without the colourant the dish would be murky grey. In July 2010 an EU directive required the warning label "May have effects on activity and attention in children" to be applied to foods containing tartrazine. Mushy peas Mushy peas are dried marrowfat peas which are first soaked overnight in water with sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), then rinsed in fresh water and simmered with a little sugar and salt until they form a thick green lumpy mash. Sometimes mint is used as a flavouring. In Northern England and the Midlands they are a traditional accompaniment to fish and chips, although their
Stew peas Stew peas Stew peas is a Jamaican stew prepared using coconut milk, beans and salted meat. It is a common and popular dish in Jamaica, is also common elsewhere in the Caribbean. Stew peas is a Jamaican stew dish prepared using coconut milk, gungo peas (pigeon peas) or red peas (kidney beans), uncured meats and salted meats such as pork and beef as primary ingredients. Additional ingredients can include onion, garlic, scallions, pig tail, herbs and spices. In addition to being a main ingredient, the beans also serve to thicken the stew. Pinto beans are more commonly used in the