Black Eyed Peas With Yellow Rice Recipe

Name: Black Eyed Peas With Yellow Rice Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. dry black-eyed peas; 4 c. water; 1 x onion halved; 3 x bay leaves; 6 x garlic cloves, peeled Salt and pepper, to taste; 3 x tomatoes, seeded and minced; 1 c. minced Vidalia or possibly Maui onion Or possibly Spanish onion; 4 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar; 1/2 tsp grnd cumin; 1/8 tsp cayenne; 2 Tbsp. fresh basil or possibly parsley Freshly grnd black pepper, to taste; 3 c. water; 2 c. rice; 1/3 tsp saffron threads or possibly turmeric, (optional)

Servings: persons

2 c. dry black-eyed peas
4 c. water
1 x onion halved
3 x bay leaves
6 x garlic cloves, peeled Salt and pepper, to taste
3 x tomatoes, seeded and minced
1 c. minced Vidalia or possibly Maui onion Or possibly Spanish onion
4 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp grnd cumin
1/8 tsp cayenne
2 Tbsp. fresh basil or possibly parsley Freshly grnd black pepper, to taste
3 c. water
2 c. rice
1/3 tsp saffron threads or possibly turmeric, (optional)

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6 SERVINGS VEGAN
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PEAS: Rinse and sort peas.
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Put into large, heavy pot with water.
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Bring to a boil, cover and remove from heat.
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Let stand for 2 hrs.
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Add in onion, bay leaves and garlic.
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Place over low heat and cook, covered, till peas are tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hrs.
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Check water and add in more if needed while cooking.
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Remove from heat.
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Throw away onion, bay leaves and garlic.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Keep beans hot.
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TOPPING: Prepare topping about 1 hour before serving.
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Place tomatoes and onion in serving bowl.
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Add in oil, vinegar, cumin, cayenne, parsley or possibly basil and black pepper to taste.
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Toss to blend.
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Set aside.
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RICE: Bring water to boil in heavy saucepan with tight-fitting lid.
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Add in rice and saffron threads or possibly turmeric.
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Stir well, cover, reduce heat and simmer till rice has absorbed all of the water, about 20 min.
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To serve, top rice with peas and tomato topping.

940

kcal

Calories

Fat

173

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

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. dry black-eyed peas, 4 c. water, 1 x onion halved, 3 x bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Black Eyed Peas With Yellow Rice Recipe falls under the General 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!