Emeril'S Stewed Black-Eyed Peas Recipe

Name: Emeril'S Stewed Black-Eyed Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces ham hocks (two or one large one); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/4 1/4 lb other ham or 1/4 lb sausage (**If there is no Tasso Recipe here on Recipezaar I will post one-it's worth making); 1 cup chopped yellow onion; 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 2 bay leaves; 1 lb black-eyed peas, rinsed and picked over; 2 quarts chicken stock or 2 quarts low-sodium chicken stock; 2 tablespoons minced fresh flat leaf parsley

Servings: persons

12 ounces ham hocks (two or one large one)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 1/4 lb other ham or 1/4 lb sausage (**If there is no Tasso Recipe here on Recipezaar I will post one-it's worth making)
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 bay leaves
1 lb black-eyed peas, rinsed and picked over
2 quarts chicken stock or 2 quarts low-sodium chicken stock
2 tablespoons minced fresh flat leaf parsley

1
With a sharp knife score the fat on the ham hocks 1/4-inch deep.
2
Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy stockpot over medium high heat.
3
Add the tasso and cook, stirring often, until heated through, about 3 minutes.
4
Add the onions and bell peppers and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 4 minutes.
5
Add the ham hocks, garlic, salt, pepper, cayenne, and bay leaves.
6
Cook, stirring often for 2 minutes.
7
Add the black-eyed peas and chicken stock.
8
Bring to a boil over high heat.
9
Reduce heat to medium low.
10
Simmer uncovered until the peas are tender, about 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring often and skimming off any foam that forms.
11
Remove the bay leaves and discard.
12
Cut the meat from the hock, discarding the skin and bones.
13
Return meat to the pot.
14
Stir in the parsley.
15
Serve.

437

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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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces ham hocks (two or one large one), 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/4 1/4 lb other ham or 1/4 lb sausage (**If there is no Tasso Recipe here on Recipezaar I will post one-it's worth making), 1 cup chopped yellow onion, and more.

Yes, Emeril'S Stewed Black-Eyed Peas 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Emeril'S Stewed Black-Eyed Peas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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