Description
A soul-warming dish of black-eyed peas combined with crispy bacon and zesty green chilies, perfect for bringing good luck and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup black-eyed peas
- 4 slices of bacon
- 1 can of green chilies (mild or hot)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Soak the Peas: Begin by soaking the black-eyed peas in water overnight.
- Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, then remove and crumble.
- Sauté Aromatics: Using the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Combine and Cook: Add the soaked black-eyed peas, green chilies, and crumbled bacon to the skillet, covering the peas with water. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne.
- Simmer the Dish: Let everything simmer for about 30-40 minutes until the peas are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy your delicious Black-Eyed Peas warm.
Notes
For best flavor, soak peas overnight. Can use canned peas for a quicker option.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern