Why do I need to peel the peas?

Peeling the peas, as instructed after boiling, ensures an exceptionally smooth and refined texture for the mousse, free from any fibrous skins.

What is agar and why is it used in this recipe?

Agar is a plant-based gelling agent derived from seaweed, used here to help the pea mousse set and achieve its firm, dessert-like consistency when chilled.

Can I use a different plant milk instead of rice milk?

While rice milk is specified, you could likely substitute another neutral-flavored plant milk like oat or soy, though the final texture and taste might vary slightly.

How long does the Fancy Pea Mousse need to chill before serving?

After pouring into small cups, the mousse needs to be placed in the fridge to harden, which typically takes a few hours until it's fully set.

How should I store leftover pea mousse?

Store any leftover Fancy Pea Mousse in the small cups, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. It will maintain its set texture.

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Fancy Pea Mousse
[Vegan]

Name: Fancy Pea Mousse [Vegan]
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 10 small shot cups
Ingredients: 1 cup peas; 1/2 avocado; 1/3 cup rice milk*; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon lemon grass; 1 tablespoon mustard; 1/2 juiced lime; 1 teaspoon agar; 1/2 teaspoon salt

NP By: Nadia Petrova

Author Bio

I’m Nadia Petrova, holistic nutritionist. I studied in the Canadian school of natural nutrition, I’m... Read More

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Fancy Pea Mousse [Vegan]

10 small shot cups

The base for this mousse is peeled peas (I can't help it), avocado, lemon grass, mustard, and rice milk, and the texture is achieved with agar-agar and water. The mousse turned out light, soft, creamy, and absolutely gorgeous. For garnishing, I used red currants, limes, black & white pepper, oranges, and... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Fancy Pea Mousse [Vegan]

1 cup peas
1/2 avocado
1/3 cup rice milk*
2 cups water
1 tablespoon lemon grass
1 tablespoon mustard
1/2 juiced lime
1 teaspoon agar
1/2 teaspoon salt

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How to Prepare Fancy Pea Mousse [Vegan]

Bring to a boil the peas with 1 cup water and the lemon grass.
Remove from the heat, pour the water out and peel the peas*
Bring to a boil the agar with 1 cup water and the rice milk, until completely resolved.
Add everything in the blender and blend until nice and smooth, for about 1 minute.
Pour into small cups and place in the fridge to harden.

Notes

You can skip the rice milk or substitute it for another vegan milk, but the rice one is sweet, so if you decide to skip it – add 1 teaspoon liquid sweetener to achieve the same taste. You can also use raw or canned peas, and can skip the peeling part if your blender is powerful enough to smoothen the pea’s shell. If you decide to peel the peas, it’s super easy – just squeeze it between your fingers and the shell comes off.