Hoppin' John Recipe

Name: Hoppin' John
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16-ounce) package dried black-eyed peas; 2 large ham hocks (about 3/4 pound); 2 tablespoons bacon drippings; 4 cups water; 1 large onion, cut into wedges; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 chicken bouillon cube; Hot cooked white rice

Servings: persons

1 (16-ounce) package dried black-eyed peas
2 large ham hocks (about 3/4 pound)
2 tablespoons bacon drippings
4 cups water
1 large onion, cut into wedges
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 chicken bouillon cube
Hot cooked white rice

1
Bring dried black-eyed peas and water to cover to a boil in a Dutch oven; remove from heat, and let stand 1 hour. Drain.
2
Remove skin from ham hocks. Chop meat from ham hocks, reserving bones.
3
Saute meat in hot bacon drippings in a large skillet over medium-high heat 3 minutes or until slightly browned.
4
Combine peas, meat, bones, 4 cups water, and next 8 ingredients in Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, gently stirring occasionally, 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until peas are tender. Remove and discard bones. Serve over rice.

200

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 (16-ounce) package dried black-eyed peas, 2 large ham hocks (about 3/4 pound), 2 tablespoons bacon drippings, 4 cups water, and more.

Yes, 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.

Hoppin' John

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