Description
Black-eyed peas are a comforting classic, bringing warmth and nostalgia to your dining table. This easy black-eyed peas recipe combines simple ingredients and straightforward steps to create a rich, flavorful dish that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With tender beans simmered in aromatic broth, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings and impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb dried black-eyed peas
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and soak the black-eyed peas in cold water for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.
- Drain the soaked peas and add them to the pot along with the vegetable broth, bay leaves, and cayenne pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour until tender.
- Season with salt and pepper, removing bay leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg