Beef Hoppin' John Recipe

Name: Beef Hoppin' John Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs. beef round steak, cut 3/4 inch thick; 2 tbsp. veg. oil; 2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon savory leaves; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 c. water; 1 c. rice; 3/4 c. thinly sliced celery; 1 med. onion, minced; 1 can (16 ounce.) black eye peas; 1 can (16 ounce.) tomatoes

Servings: persons

1
Cut round steak in strips 1/8 inch thick or possibly thinner and 2 to 3 inches long.
2
Brown strips in veg.
3
oil and sprinkle with salt, savory leave and pepper.
4
Add in water, cover tightly and cook slowly 30 min.
5
Remove meat.
6
Add in rice, celery and onion to pan liquid.
7
Return meat to pan and add in black eyed peas and tomatoes.
8
Cover tightly and continue cooking slowly 45 min or possibly till rice and meat are done.
9
Make 6 servings.
10
Very good on a cool day.

1013

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs. beef round steak, cut 3/4 inch thick, 2 tbsp. veg. oil, 2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon savory leaves, and more.

Yes, Beef Hoppin' John Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!