Black Eyed Peas With Red Rice (Not Authentic Hoppin

Name: Black Eyed Peas With Red Rice (Not Authentic Hoppin John)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 white onion; 3 -4 slices uncooked bacon; 2 -3 tablespoons butter, if desired; ¼ cup apple cider vinegar; ½ teaspoon salt and pepper or ½ teaspoon house spices; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ teaspoon cayenne; ⅛ teaspoon thyme; extra pepper; 8 ounces fresh black-eyed peas; chicken stock (to cover the peas) or water; 1 cup bhutan red rice; 1 ½ cups water

Servings: persons

1 white onion
3 -4 slices uncooked bacon
2 -3 tablespoons butter, if desired
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon salt and pepper or ½ teaspoon house spices
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon cayenne
⅛ teaspoon thyme
extra pepper
8 ounces fresh black-eyed peas
chicken stock (to cover the peas) or water
1 cup bhutan red rice
1 ½ cups water

1
Shell the peas if necessary, or thaw frozen peas.
2
Place them in a plastic container and cover them with 8-16 oz.
3
chicken stock.
4
Set aside until you need them.
5
In another container, combine 1 1/2C water with 1C red rice.
6
Set this aside also.
7
Dice the onion and the bacon.
8
I like to use frozen bacon since it is easier to chop up quickly.
9
Over level 7 heat (on a 1-10 scale with 10 as hottest) cook the bacon, onion, and (optional) butter in a medium-large pot.
10
Cook the bacon down with the onion to the point where the mixture is sticking to the side of the pot (and looks like a mess.)
11
The onions should be translucent and the bacon near-crispy.
12
Stir.
13
Add the apple cider vinegar to deglaze your pot.
14
Stir.
15
Cook the mixture down again, for another 5 minutes.
16
Add all of the spices.
17
Don't overdo it with the thyme.
18
Cook another 5-10 minutes.
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Turn the heat to the max, 10, and stir.
20
Add the peas and the stock.
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Bring to a boil.
22
Add the rice and water mixture, bring to a boil again.
23
I sometimes add the peas and the rice at the same time, because soggy beans aren't good.
24
Mix well and COVER and do not remove the lid until the rice is finished, according to the instructions on the package, maybe 40 minutes.
25
Salt to taste and serve hot.
26
It's very good reheated also.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 white onion, 3 -4 slices uncooked bacon, 2 -3 tablespoons butter, if desired, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Black Eyed Peas With Red Rice (Not Authentic Hoppin John) 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.

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Black Eyed Peas With Red Rice (Not Authentic Hoppin John)

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