New Year Black-Eyed Peas

New Year Black-Eyed Peas
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    3 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    11 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    399

Embrace good fortune with this soul-satisfying black-eyed peas recipe! Infused with smoky ham hocks and simmered to creamy perfection, it's a delicious tradition to welcome the new year.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    28 g
  • Cholesterol
    35 mg
  • Fiber
    8 g
  • Protein
    18 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    1281 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Soak the Black-Eyed Peas: Place the black-eyed peas in a large bowl and cover with several inches of cool water. Let soak at room temperature for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight. (Time: 8+ hours)

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Recipe View Sauté Aromatics: Drain and rinse the soaked black-eyed peas. In a large, heavy-bottomed stockpot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes. (Time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Combine and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and water, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Stir in the black-eyed peas, smoked ham hocks, diced tomatoes (with their juice), pepperoncini peppers, bay leaf, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. (Time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover the pot and simmer gently until the peas are tender, the ham meat is falling off the bones, and the broth has thickened, approximately 3 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. (Time: 3 hours)

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Recipe View Adjust and Serve: Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot, and enjoy with your favorite sides for a truly luck-filled meal.

For a deeper smoky flavor, consider using a leftover ham bone from a holiday ham in addition to, or in place of, the ham hocks.
If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the other seasonings.
Black-eyed peas can be cooked in a slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 133 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Mary Marvin

    This is the best black-eyed peas recipe I've ever tried!

  • Wyman Fisher

    I used a ham bone instead of ham hocks, and it worked perfectly.

  • Libbie Treutel

    The slow simmering really makes a difference in the flavor. So worth the wait!

  • Elsa Koch

    I added a pinch of smoked paprika for an extra layer of smokiness, and it was fantastic!

  • Ricky Kohler

    Easy to follow instructions and a delicious outcome. Thank you for sharing this recipe!

  • Humberto Effertz

    This recipe is a winner! My family loved it, and it's become a New Year's tradition for us.

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