Black-Eyed Pea, Collard, And Sweet Potato Stew

Name: Black-Eyed Pea, Collard, And Sweet Potato Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch fresh collard greens (1 lb.); 6 whole cloves; 1 medium-size yellow onion, halved; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 10 parsley stems; 10 cilantro stems; 4 fresh thyme sprigs; 4 celery ribs, peeled and coarsely chopped; 3 bay leaves; 3 large carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped; 1 garlic bulb, halved; 2 (2-inch) pieces fresh ginger, peeled and crushed; 1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes, drained; 1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 4 tablespoons sugar; 5 tablespoons rice vinegar; 4 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 smoked ham hocks; 1 pound chicken wings; 1 pound pork neck bones; 1 (16-oz.) package dried black-eyed peas; 2 medium-size sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; Hot sauce; 6 cups hot cooked rice; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped parsley leaves; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves

Servings: persons

1 bunch fresh collard greens (1 lb.)
6 whole cloves
1 medium-size yellow onion, halved
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
10 parsley stems
10 cilantro stems
4 fresh thyme sprigs
4 celery ribs, peeled and coarsely chopped
3 bay leaves
3 large carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 garlic bulb, halved
2 (2-inch) pieces fresh ginger, peeled and crushed
1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
4 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons rice vinegar
4 tablespoons soy sauce
2 smoked ham hocks
1 pound chicken wings
1 pound pork neck bones
1 (16-oz.) package dried black-eyed peas
2 medium-size sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Hot sauce
6 cups hot cooked rice
1/4 cup coarsely chopped parsley leaves
1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves

1
Remove and chop collard stems. Chop collard leaves. Insert 3 whole cloves in each onion half, and place onions, cut sides down, in hot oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add parsley stems, next 9 ingredients, and collard stems. Cook, stirring gently, 10 minutes or until vegetables begin to soften. Add 4 qt. water, and whisk in sugar, rice vinegar, and soy sauce; cook 1 minute, stirring to blend. Add ham hocks, chicken wings, and pork necks. Bring to a boil, skimming off foam. Reduce heat to low; simmer 3 hours or until ham hocks are tender and potlikker is rich in flavor, skimming as necessary.
2
Meanwhile, rinse and sort peas. Bring peas and water to cover to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Cook 2 minutes, skimming off foam. Drain peas.
3
Pour potlikker through a fine wire-mesh strainer into an 8-cup glass measuring cup, reserving hocks, chicken wings, and pork neck bones; discard remaining solids. Remove and chop meat from ham hocks, chicken wings, and pork neck bones; discard bones and skin.
4
Wipe Dutch oven clean, and return potlikker to Dutch oven. Add drained peas, chopped ham, chicken, pork, and collard leaves to potlikker. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes or until peas are just tender. Stir in sweet potatoes, and cook, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until peas and sweet potatoes are tender. Stir in 2 tsp. kosher salt. Add freshly ground black pepper and hot sauce to taste. Adjust seasoning, if desired. Serve stew over hot cooked rice, and sprinkle with chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley and chopped fresh cilantro. Serve with hot sauce, if desired.

2137

kcal

Calories

Fat

331

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 28 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch fresh collard greens (1 lb.), 6 whole cloves, 1 medium-size yellow onion, halved, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Black-Eyed Pea, Collard, And Sweet Potato Stew falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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