Description
Experience the creamy texture and spicy kick of Black Eyed Peas in this delightful dish. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of earthy flavors and a hint of heat, making it a comforting yet exciting meal.
Ingredients
- Black Eyed Peas: 2 cups, soaked overnight and drained
- Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Bell Pepper: 1 medium, diced
- Tomatoes: 2 medium, diced
- Vegetable Broth: 4 cups
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Spices: 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and diced bell pepper, cooking for an additional 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes, soaked Black Eyed Peas, and vegetable broth to the pot.
- Season with cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the peas are tender.
- Stir occasionally and add more broth if necessary to maintain a creamy consistency.
- Once cooked, adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For freezing, allow to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Substitute Black Eyed Peas with canned beans for a quicker option; just rinse and add them in the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: simmering
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 5 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 38 grams
- Fiber: 10 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
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