How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Black-Eyed Pea Relish?

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Black-Eyed Peas, 1 pound black-eyed peas, soaked 6-8 hours, 2 tablespoons olive oil, a medium sweet onion, quartered, and more.

Is Black-Eyed Pea Relish suitable as general?

Yes, Black-Eyed Pea Relish falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Black-Eyed Pea Relish?

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

Black-Eyed Pea Relish Recipe

Name: Black-Eyed Pea Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Black-Eyed Peas; 1 pound black-eyed peas, soaked 6-8 hours; 2 tablespoons olive oil; a medium sweet onion, quartered; 2 cloves garlic, smashed but intact; a ham hock, or a ham bone, or even a big chunk of ham; Relish; Black-eyed peas (from above); 1/2 cup chopped red onion; 1 shallot, chopped; 4 healthy-looking green onions, white part only, chopped; 2 lovely tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped; 1 cup diced peppers (red and yellow are nice, but green works too. Or orange. Or all four); Juice from two limes, maybe 1/4 cup; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 cup chiffonade basil; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cara cara orange, supremed; some chopped cilantro

Try this homemade Black-Eyed Pea Relish recipe the whole family will love. Made with Black-Eyed Peas, black-eyed peas, olive oil and sweet onion. Easy s…

This Black-Eyed Pea Relish relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as black-eyed peas, olive oil, garlic, smashed but intact and relish. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 540 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General

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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