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Southern Black Eyed Peas

A comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for family gatherings, especially enjoyed on New Year’s Day for good luck.

  • Total Time: 135 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dried black-eyed peas
  • 4 cups water or broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 smoked ham hock (or bacon)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Green onions, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse the black-eyed peas under cold water and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened.
  3. Add the smoked ham hock and black-eyed peas to the pot, stirring well.
  4. Pour in the water or broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1-2 hours, or until the peas are tender.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
  7. Remove the ham hock, shred the meat, and return it to the pot.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

Soak the black-eyed peas overnight for quicker cooking. For a vegetarian version, skip the ham hock and use vegetable broth.

  • Author: mehdilmh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: black eyed peas, Southern cooking, New Year's Day, comfort food, quick meal