Description
A hearty and comforting dish of Southern black eyed peas cooked with smoked turkey, creating a rich and flavorful broth that’s perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Units
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Black eyed peas (dried) (Dried is best for flavor, canned works in a pinch.)
- 1 piece Smoked turkey (neck, wing, leg, or a meaty piece) (Gives a smoky flavor; can use ham hocks as an alternative.)
- 1 medium Onion (Chopped.)
- 1 medium Bell pepper (Chopped.)
- 2 stalks Celery (Chopped.)
- 3 cloves Garlic (Minced.)
- 6 cups Chicken broth or water (Broth gives a richer flavor.)
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper (Add more to taste.)
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (Optional for heat.)
- Salt to taste Salt (Added carefully at the end.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the peas and pick out any stones or weird bits.
- In a large pot or Instant Pot, sauté the onion, bell pepper, and celery with a little oil until softened.
- Add garlic, black pepper, and bay leaf, stirring for about 30 seconds.
- For the Instant Pot, add peas, smoked turkey, and broth. Pressure cook on high for about 20 to 25 minutes, followed by a natural release.
- For stovetop, add peas, smoked turkey, and enough broth or water to cover by about 2 inches. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower to a steady simmer and partially cover.
- Stir occasionally and add more liquid if it gets too thick before the peas are tender.
- When done, shred turkey, add it back into the pot, and salt to taste.
Notes
Black-eyed peas taste even better the next day. They are great served with cornbread and greens, especially on New Year’s Day for good luck. Can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 2
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 36
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 15
