Traditional Basic Black Eyed Peas Recipe

Name: Traditional Basic Black Eyed Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces black-eyed peas; 1/2 1/2 lb lean salt pork or 1/2 lb thick lean bacon, diced; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 carrot, peeled and diced; 4 garlic cloves, smashed and minced; 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon dried leaf thyme; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves; 2 teaspoons salt (to taste); 1 dash Tabasco sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

16 ounces black-eyed peas
1/2 1/2 lb lean salt pork or 1/2 lb thick lean bacon, diced
1 cup chopped onion
1 carrot, peeled and diced
4 garlic cloves, smashed and minced
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
2 teaspoons salt (to taste)
1 dash Tabasco sauce (optional)

1
Rinse peas and pick over for bad or discolored peas and small stones; transfer to a medium saucepan.
2
Cover with water and bring to a boil.
3
Reduce heat to a simmer and continue cooking for 5 minutes; set aside.
4
Put the meat in a large stock pot and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until fat is rendered.
5
Add the onion, diced carrot, and garlic. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 6 to 8 minutes.
6
Add peas and enough water to cover by 2 inches.
7
Add pepper flakes, black pepper, thyme, and oregano.
8
Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer, covered, for about 1 hour.
9
Uncover and cook for 30 to 45 minutes longer, or until peas are tender.
10
Add more water as needed to keep them moist. When the peas are tender stir in the salt and Tabasco, if using.
11
Serve with hot baked cornbread and a tossed salad.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces black-eyed peas, 1/2 1/2 lb lean salt pork or 1/2 lb thick lean bacon, diced, 1 cup chopped onion, 1 carrot, peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Traditional Basic Black Eyed Peas 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.

Traditional Basic Black Eyed Peas

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