Ina Garten Black Eyed Peas is made with dry black-eyed peas, olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, chicken broth, water, smoked ham hocks, diced tomatoes, pepperoncini peppers, bay leaf, garlic powder, ground thyme, salt, and pepper.
This hearty Barefoot Contessa Black Eyed Peas recipe creates a dinner or side dish that takes about 3 hours to cook, excluding the soaking time for the peas, and can serve up to 10 people.
🧡 Why You’ll Love This Black-Eyed Peas Recipe:
- Hearty and comforting, perfect for cold days.
- Rich flavors develop through slow simmering.
- A versatile dish is suitable for both casual dinners and special occasions.
- Simple ingredients yield a satisfying and nutritious meal.
🧅 Ina Garten Black Eyed Peas Ingredients
- 1 pound dry black-eyed peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 64 ounces chicken broth
- 8 cups water
- 1 pound smoked ham hocks
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
- 5 pepperoncini peppers
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
🥘How To Make Ina Garten Black Eyed Peas
- Soak the black-eyed peas in a large container with enough cold water to cover them by several inches. Let them soak for 8 hours or overnight, then drain and rinse.
- Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion, cooking for about 5 minutes or until the onion is translucent.
- Pour in the chicken broth and water, then bring to a boil. Add the black-eyed peas, ham hocks, diced tomatoes, pepperoncini, bay leaf, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and simmer for 3 hours, or until the peas are soft, the ham falls off the bone, and the broth has thickened.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Soak the black-eyed peas overnight to make them softer.
- Change the seasoning to taste better for you.
- To make it vegetarian, don’t use ham and choose vegetable broth instead.
- Try different herbs and spices to get the flavor you like.
🍚 What To Serve With Black Eyed Peas?
Serve Black Eyed Peas with butter chicken, chicken enchiladas, Calrose rice, cauliflower rice, Hawaiian beef stew, beef vindaloo, broccoli soup, air fryer haddock, cornbread, mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar pork chops, and honey glazed carrots.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Black Eyed Peas?
- In The Fridge: Keep leftover black-eyed peas in an airtight container for 3 to 5 days.
- In The Freezer: Freeze leftover black-eyed peas in portions in freezer-safe bags or containers for up to 3 months.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Black Eyed Peas?
- Stove: Reheat leftover black-eyed peas gently in a pot for 10 minutes on medium heat, adding a splash of water or broth if needed.
- Microwave: Heat leftover black-eyed peas on high in 1 1/2 to 2-minute intervals, stirring in between, until heated through.
FAQs
What happens if you don t soak black-eyed peas before cooking?
If black-eyed peas aren’t soaked before cooking, their cooking time significantly increases, leading to a longer simmer to achieve the desired tenderness.
Why won’t my black-eyed peas soften?
Your black-eyed peas may not soften due to aging, hard water, or the presence of acids, inhibiting the softening process during cooking.
How do you thicken your black-eyed peas?
To thicken black-eyed peas mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with about half a cup of bean liquid until desired consistency.
Why is my black-eyed peas falling apart?
Your black-eyed peas may be falling apart because they’ve been overcooked, causing them to lose their texture and structure.
Ina Garten Black Eyed Peas Nutrition Facts
- Calories 198
- Total Fat 0.9g
- Saturated Fat 0.2g
- Trans Fat 0g
- Cholesterol 0mg
- Sodium 6.8mg
- Potassium 475.4mg
- Total Carbohydrates 35g
- Dietary Fiber 11g
- Sugars 5.6g
- Protein 13g
Try More Ina Garten Recipes:
- Ina Garten Baked Beans
- Ina Garten Green Beans Almondine
- Ina Garten Cannellini Bean Salad
- Ina Garten Tuscan White Bean Soup
Ina Garten Black Eyed Peas Recipe
Description
Ina Garten Black Eyed Peas is made with dry black-eyed peas, olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, chicken broth, water, smoked ham hocks, diced tomatoes, pepperoncini peppers, bay leaf, garlic powder, ground thyme, salt, and pepper.
This hearty Barefoot Contessa Black Eyed Peas recipe creates a dinner or side dish that takes about 3 hours to cook, excluding the soaking time for the peas, and can serve up to 10 people.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Soak the black-eyed peas in a large container with enough cold water to cover them by several inches. Let them soak for 8 hours or overnight, then drain and rinse.
- Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion, cooking for about 5 minutes or until the onion is translucent.
- Pour in the chicken broth and water, then bring to a boil. Add the black-eyed peas, ham hocks, diced tomatoes, pepperoncini, bay leaf, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and simmer for 3 hours, or until the peas are soft, the ham falls off the bone, and the broth has thickened.
Notes
- Soak the black-eyed peas overnight to make them softer.
- Change the seasoning to taste better for you.
- To make it vegetarian, don’t use ham and choose vegetable broth instead.
- Try different herbs and spices to get the flavor you like.