Description
A simple and tasty recipe for preparing black eyed peas that is quick to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried black eyed peas
- 4 cups water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bay leaf
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the black eyed peas under cold water and remove any debris.
- In a large pot, combine the peas and water. Bring to a boil.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and bay leaf.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the peas are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Soaking the peas overnight can reduce cooking time.
- This dish can be served as a side or a main dish.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Easy Black Eyed Peas Recipe