Delicious Black Eyed Peas Recipe
If you want a rich and healthy meal that's balanced, then this black-eyed peas recipe is what you need. The veggies, proteins and carbs with meats all come to together to give some of the best beans dish ever. This black eyed peas recipe is meant to make the process of cooking black eyed peas easy and enjoyable.
Equipment
- Large bowl (for soaking peas)
- Colander or sieve (for draining peas)
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound 2 cups dried black-eyed peas
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups water more as needed
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 smoked ham hock or 4 strips of bacon optional for smoky flavor
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried or fresh
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for spice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 cup diced tomatoes fresh or canned
- 1 bay leaf
- Fresh parsley or green onions chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Black-Eyed Peas
- Rinse the dried black-eyed peas thoroughly in a colander.
- Soak them overnight in water or use a quick soak method: cover with water, bring to a boil, then let sit for 1 hour. Drain and rinse.
Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the Meat (Optional)
- If using a ham hock or bacon, add it to the pot and cook for a few minutes to release its smoky flavor.
Cook the Black-Eyed Peas
- Add the soaked black-eyed peas to the pot.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and water.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, thyme, cayenne pepper, and bay leaf.
Simmer
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the peas are tender. Stir occasionally and add more water if necessary to keep the peas submerged.
Season and Finish
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Remove the bay leaf and ham hock (if used).
- If desired, shred any meat from the ham hock and stir it back into the pot.
Serve
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or green onions. Pair with cornbread, rice, or collard greens for a complete Southern meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcal
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