Southern Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 13:17:56 GMT

Step 1

Turn on the Sauté setting.

Step 2

When hot, add the oil and the onion.

Step 3

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion starts to turn translucent.

Step 4

Add the bay leaves and the garlic.

Step 5

Cook, stirring constantly, for 20 seconds.

Step 6

Add the remaining ingredients to the pot.

Step 7

Cancel the sauté setting.

Step 8

Close the lid and set the steam release knob to the Sealing position.

Step 9

Press the Pressure Cook/Manual button, and then the +/- button to select 16 minutes.

Step 10

High Pressure.

Step 11

When the cook cycle has finished, turn off the pot and let it sit undisturbed for a 15 minute natural release

Step 12

Then turn the steam release knob to the Venting position to release the remaining pressure.

Step 13

When the pin in the lid drops back down, open the lid.

Step 14

Remove the bay leaves and discard.

Step 15

Then remove the ham hocks and get the meat off of the bones.

Step 16

Add the meat back into the pot.

Step 17

Taste and add a little salt, if needed.

Step 18

Serve alongside some cornbread.

Step 19

You can also serve over rice for a Hoppin' John style meal.

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