Description
Black Eyed Peas are a creamy, hearty dish that envelops your palate with a rich, savory flavor. The tender beans, combined with aromatic spices and a hint of smokiness, create a comforting experience that warms the soul.
Ingredients
- Black Eyed Peas: 2 cups, soaked overnight
- Onion: 1 medium, diced
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Carrot: 1 large, diced
- Celery: 2 stalks, diced
- Vegetable Broth: 4 cups
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Bay Leaves: 2
- Thyme: 1 teaspoon, dried
- Smoked Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery, sautéing for about 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the soaked black eyed peas, vegetable broth, bay leaves, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
- Simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the peas are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the bay leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For longer storage, freeze in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Substitute black eyed peas with canned beans for a quicker option; reduce cooking time to 15-20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: simmering
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 5 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 10 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: Black Eyed Peas, Southern Cooking, Vegetarian Recipes, Hearty Dishes, Comfort Food, Legumes, Healthy Eating, Soul Food, Easy Recipes, Make Ahead Meals, Plant-Based Protein, Smoky Flavor, Creamy Beans