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Black Eyed Peas performing live on stage at a concert.

Black-Eyed Peas

A nutritious and versatile dish perfect for any meal, packed with flavor and cultural significance.
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Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup black-eyed peas Dried, rinsed and soaked
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse and soak the black-eyed peas for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain.
Cooking
  1. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened, releasing their fragrant aroma.
  2. Add the soaked black-eyed peas, water, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the peas are tender, about 30-45 minutes.
  4. Remove the bay leaf, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot.

Notes

To store cooked black-eyed peas, let them cool completely and transfer them to an airtight container. They can be kept in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or frozen for up to six months. Consider adding diced vegetables for enhanced flavor or seasoning variations for a unique twist.