Quick-Soak Black-eyed Peas
Quick-Soak Black-eyed Peas might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 9% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains approximately 7g of protein, 9g of fat, and a total of 174 calories. This recipe serves 6. Head to the store and pick up salt pork, black-eyed peas, onion, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and dairy free diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 2 hours.
Instructions
Place peas in a Dutch oven; cover with cold water 2 inches above peas. Bring to a boil; boil 1 minute. Cover, remove from heat, and let stand 1 hour.
Drain peas, and rinse thoroughly.
Bring salt pork and 1 qt. water to a boil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat; reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 30 minutes.
Add peas, onion, next 2 ingredients, water to cover, and, if desired, jalapeo pepper. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat, and cook, stirring occasionally, 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes or until peas are tender and liquid thickens slightly. (Uncover after 1 hour to allow liquid to evaporate, if necessary.) Season with salt and pepper to taste.