Southern-Style Black-Eyed Peas

Southern-Style Black-Eyed Peas
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    2 hrs 45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs 55 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    75

A soulful and hearty rendition of Southern Black-Eyed Peas, simmered to perfection with smoked ham hocks and a whisper of cumin. This comforting dish is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    14 g
  • Cholesterol
    39 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    12 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    384 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
0 mins

Gather all ingredients.

02

Step
2 hrs

Soak black-eyed peas in a bowl of water for at least 2 hours, or overnight.

03

Step
5 mins

Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

04

Step
1 hrs

Add ham hocks and water; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for 1 hour.

05

Step
1 hrs

Drain peas; add to the pan along with seasoned salt, onion powder, cumin, black pepper, red pepper, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for 1 hour.

06

Step
30 mins

Uncover the pan and cook until peas are tender, about 30 more minutes. Remove bay leaves and ham hocks before serving.

For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water.
Add a splash of apple cider vinegar towards the end of cooking for brightness.
Serve with hot sauce and cornbread for the ultimate Southern experience.

Eden Okeefe

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 25 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Fred Schaefer

    This recipe tastes just like my grandma's!

  • Isaias Reichert

    I've made this recipe several times now. It's a keeper!

  • Sabrina Huel

    I added a little bit of brown sugar for sweetness, and it was perfect.

  • Anissa Braun

    My family loved this! So easy to make and so delicious.

  • Dashawn Abbott

    This recipe is a winner! The cumin really makes a difference.

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