Southern Black Eyed Peas And Ham
A hearty and flavorful dish of black-eyed peas simmered with ham hock for a traditional Southern taste.
1
Pound Dried Black Eyed Peas
1
Ham Hock
1
Yellow Onion-chopped
2
Garlic Cloves-minced
1
Green Bell Pepper-chopped
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A hearty and flavorful dish of black-eyed peas simmered with ham hock for a traditional Southern taste.
Instructions
- Rinse the Dried Black Eyed Peas thoroughly.
- Place the Peas in a large pot and cover with water. Soak for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Drain the Peas and return them to the pot. Add the Ham Hock, Chicken Broth, and Aromatics.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 - 2 hours, or until the Peas are tender. Stir occasionally.
- During the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the Seasoning. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Remove the Ham Hock and shred the meat. Return the shredded meat to the pot.
- Serve hot.
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1
450 g
Pound Dried Black Eyed Peas
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1
450 g
Ham Hock
-
1
120 g
Yellow Onion-chopped
-
2
2
Garlic Cloves-minced
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1
1
Green Bell Pepper-chopped
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1
15 mL
Tablespoon Salt
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1/2
7.5 mL
Teaspoon Black Pepper
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1/2
7.5 mL
Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
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1/4
3.75 mL
Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
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8
1.89 L
Cups Chicken Broth
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Colander
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Instructions
- Rinse the Dried Black Eyed Peas thoroughly.
- Place the Peas in a large pot and cover with water. Soak for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Drain the Peas and return them to the pot. Add the Ham Hock, Chicken Broth, and Aromatics.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 - 2 hours, or until the Peas are tender. Stir occasionally.
- During the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the Seasoning. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Remove the Ham Hock and shred the meat. Return the shredded meat to the pot.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition per serving
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