Ham Hocks And Crowder Peas From 'Down South' Recipe

Name: Ham Hocks And Crowder Peas From 'Down South'
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 smoked ham hocks; 1 onion, cut into medium dice; 2 bay leaves; 2 pounds shelled fresh crowder peas or other field peas; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; &nbsp; 2 cups sliced banana chiles, stemmed but not seeded; 1 cup sliced serrano chiles, stemmed but not seeded; 3 cups distilled white vinegar; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Servings: persons

2 smoked ham hocks
1 onion, cut into medium dice
2 bay leaves
2 pounds shelled fresh crowder peas or other field peas
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
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2 cups sliced banana chiles, stemmed but not seeded
1 cup sliced serrano chiles, stemmed but not seeded
3 cups distilled white vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt

1
To make the broth, combine the hocks, onion, bay leaves, and 3 1/2 quarts water in a medium heavy-bottomed pot. Bring to a boil over high heat and then reduce the heat so that the water simmers.
2
Cover and cook until the ham hocks are completely tender, about 4 hours.
3
Meanwhile, make the chile vinegar: Put the sliced chiles in a 1-quart glass jar. Bring the vinegar, sugar, and salt to a boil in a nonreactive saucepan. Cool briefly and then pour the hot vinegar over the chiles. Cool again for a few minutes, then cover with the lid and refrigerate for up to 3 months.
4
When the hocks are tender, add the peas, salt, and pepper and cook until the peas are tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Make sure the peas have enough liquid to cover them throughout the cooking process. If the liquid seems to be evaporating too quickly, cover the pot. The liquid should soak up into the beans as they cook; when they are done, the liquid level should be even with the peas. Stir in 3 tablespoons of chile vinegar before serving.

560

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 smoked ham hocks, 1 onion, cut into medium dice, 2 bay leaves, 2 pounds shelled fresh crowder peas or other field peas, and more.

Yes, Ham Hocks And Crowder Peas From 'Down South' 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.

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Ham Hocks And Crowder Peas From 'Down South'

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