Mashed potatoes with peas and garlic

4 servings

55 minutes

Mashed potatoes with peas and garlic is a cozy dish of Russian cuisine that warms the soul and fills the home with the aromas of roasted garlic and fresh peas. Mashed potatoes are a classic side dish, but adding tender green peas and roasted garlic makes it unusual and rich. Roasted garlic adds a deep, sweet-spicy flavor to the dish, while peas provide light freshness and creamy texture. This dish pairs perfectly with meat and fish dishes and is also suitable for a vegetarian diet. It is easy to prepare but has a rich flavor that evokes a sense of home comfort. It is best served hot with an extra piece of butter to enhance its tenderness. A wonderful choice for a family dinner filled with warmth and traditions.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 360.9
• Proteins: 12.6g
• Fats: 9.2g
• Carbohydrates: 65.2g

Ingredients

• Garlic: 1 head
• Potato: 1 kg
• Frozen green peas: 400 g
• Butter: 1 tbsp
• Sour cream: 3 tbsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Place the unpeeled garlic head on a greased baking tray. Bake in the oven for 20-30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 head

2. Boil the peeled potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes. Before finishing, add frozen peas and turn off.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 1 kg
   • Frozen green peas: 400 g

3. Drain the water from the potatoes, add oil, sour cream, and peeled garlic. Season with pepper (and salt if needed). Mash into a puree using a masher.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 1 tablespoon
   • Sour cream: 3 tablespoons
   • Garlic: 1 head
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste

4. Serve hot as a side dish.