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Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon and Pork

Name: Black-Eyed Peas with Bacon and Pork
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound dried black-eyed peas; 4 cups water; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 bay leaf; 2 sprigs of fresh thyme; 1 ham hock (optional)

4 steps

Prep:10minCook:1h

Black-eyed peas are a type of legume that is often eaten as a traditional New Year’s Day dish in the southern United States. They are believed to bring good luck and prosperity in the coming year. This recipe combines black-eyed peas with two types of pork: bacon and pork shoulder. The bacon is used to add flavor to the dish, while the pork shoulder is used to add protein and richness. The black-eyed peas are simmered in a mixture of chicken broth, onions, and garlic, and seasoned with salt, pepper, and a bay leaf. The dish is finished off with a touch of cayenne pepper for a slight kick of heat. This hearty and flavorful recipe is perfect for a comforting winter meal. It’s easy to make and can be served with a variety of side dishes, such as cornbread, collard greens, or rice. Whether you’re looking to bring good luck in the new year or simply enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal, this recipe for black-eyed peas with bacon and pork is sure to be a hit.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 11:32:33 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories264.5 kcal (13%)

Total Fat15.1 g (22%)

Carbs25 g (10%)

Sugars4.5 g (5%)

Protein8.6 g (17%)

Sodium832.3 mg (42%)

Fiber7.4 g (26%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

1 pounddried black-eyed peas

4 cupswater

2 tablespoonsolive oil

1 teaspoonsalt

½ teaspoonblack pepper

1bay leaf

2 sprigsfresh thyme

1ham hock

optional

Instructions

Step 1

Rinse the black-eyed peas and pick out any stones or debris.

Step 2

In a large pot, add the water, black-eyed peas, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, bay leaf, and thyme. If using a ham hock, add it to the pot as well.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let the peas cook for 1 hour, or until they are tender.

Step 4

Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs before serving. If using a ham hock, remove it from the pot and shred the meat before adding it back to the pot.