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quick black eyed peas recipe

Quick black eyed peas recipe

A quick, healthy, and flavorful recipe for black eyed peas that is easy to prepare, perfect for a busy day, and packed with nutrients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried black-eyed peas rinsed and drained (no soaking required for the quick version)
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • jalapeños or hot sauce optional, for heat
  • Fresh herbs or lemon juice for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Medium Pot

Method
 

  1. Start by sautéing the chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil in a medium pot until they are soft and fragrant.
    2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic
  2. Add the cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, and mix well to combine, cooking for about 1 minute.
    1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, Salt and pepper
  3. Next, add the rinsed and drained black-eyed peas and water (or broth) to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer until the peas are tender, about 25-30 minutes.
    1 cup dried black-eyed peas, 2 cups water
  4. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. If it needs a bit of heat, add some jalapeños or hot sauce (if using).
    jalapeños or hot sauce
  5. Serve the quick black eyed peas hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.
    Fresh herbs or lemon juice

Notes

To ensure quick cooking, this recipe uses dried peas without pre-soaking, but they will cook quickly. To speed it up even more, use canned black-eyed peas (rinsed and drained) and simmer for only 5-10 minutes to combine flavors. Use high-quality, fresh spices for the best flavor. Do not overcook the peas to maintain texture.