Black-Eyed Peas with Stewed Tomatoes and Chile

Name: Black-Eyed Peas with Stewed Tomatoes and Chile
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Extra-virgin olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, smashed; 1 fresh green chile, halved; 1 piece country ham, about 4 ounces; 1 pound dried black-eyed peas; 2 bay leaves; 2 quarts Chicken Stock (page 156); Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes, hand-crushed; 1/4 cup sugar

Servings: persons

1
Place a 2-gallon stockpot over medium heat.
2
Drizzle with a 2-count of oil.
3
Saute the garlic, green chile, and country ham together until the garlic is soft, about 3 minutes.
4
Add the black-eyed peas, bay leaves, and chicken stock.
5
Simmer for 45 minutes, until the beans are tender, stirring when you think about it.
6
Wait until halfway through the cooking process to begin seasoning with salt and pepper.
7
You want the flesh of the bean to break down a little bit first so the flavors can penetrate the beans.
8
In a separate pan, cook the tomatoes and sugar over medium-low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are like jam.
9
Serve the black-eyed peas in a large bowl and spoon the sweet tomatoes on top.

380

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Extra-virgin olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, smashed, 1 fresh green chile, halved, 1 piece country ham, about 4 ounces, and more.

Yes, Black-Eyed Peas with Stewed Tomatoes and Chile 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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