Description
This Easy Black Eyed Peas recipe is a comforting Southern staple that’s simple to prepare and packed with flavor. Perfect as a side dish or a hearty meal, it’s a nutritious option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Black Eyed Peas (dried or canned)
- 1 medium Onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 4 cups Vegetable Broth (or beef broth for non-vegetarian option)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Cayenne Pepper (to taste)
- Smoked Paprika (optional, to taste)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or any cooking oil)
Instructions
- If using dried black eyed peas, rinse them thoroughly, soak them overnight in water, and drain before cooking. If using canned, simply drain and rinse them.
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it’s translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in your prepared black eyed peas (dried or canned) and mix well with the onion and garlic.
- Add 4 cups of vegetable or beef broth to the pot, ensuring the peas are submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add salt, pepper, and cayenne or paprika to taste. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes for dried peas, or 10-15 minutes for canned peas, until they are tender and the flavors meld.
- Before serving, taste your dish and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more broth if you prefer a soupier consistency.
- Ladle the black eyed peas into bowls and enjoy them warm, either as a main dish or a hearty side!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize the ingredients based on what you have on hand. Consider adding diced tomatoes, bell peppers, or fresh herbs for extra flavor.