Vidalia Onion and Black-Eyed Pea Relish Recipe

Name: Vidalia Onion and Black-Eyed Pea Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dried black-eyed peas; 1 small sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 2 3/4 teaspoons salt; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 Vidalia or other sweet onions, minced; 1/4 cup minced red bell pepper; 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 2 tablespoons raspberry or red-wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup dried black-eyed peas
1 small sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 3/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup olive oil
2 Vidalia or other sweet onions, minced
1/4 cup minced red bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons raspberry or red-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper

1
Soak the black-eyed peas in warm water to cover for 1 hour.
2
Drain.
3
Put the black-eyed peas in a saucepan.
4
Add enough water to cover by 1 inch.
5
Add the potato and 1 3/4 teaspoons of the salt.
6
Bring to a boil over high heat.
7
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer until the peas and potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
8
Drain.
9
In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderately low heat.
10
Add the onions and cook, stirring, until translucent, about 8 minutes.
11
Remove from the heat and let cool.
12
Stir in the pea and potato mixture, the bell pepper, parsley, basil, chives, vinegar, the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and the pepper.
13
Serve at room temperature.

227

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup dried black-eyed peas, 1 small sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 2 3/4 teaspoons salt, 1/4 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Vidalia Onion and Black-Eyed Pea Relish 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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Vidalia Onion and Black-Eyed Pea Relish

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