Best 2 Black Eyed Peas And Ham Hocks Recipes

Black-eyed peas and ham hocks is a classic Southern dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for a cold winter day or a summer cookout. The combination of black-eyed peas, ham hocks, and spices creates a delicious and unique flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. With so many different recipes available, finding the best one can be a challenge. This article will provide you with some tips and tricks for finding the perfect black-eyed peas and ham hocks recipe for your next meal.

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BLACK-EYED PEAS AND HAM HOCKS

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This recipe is in response to 'cutelittlerocker's' request for anything Southern. It is my Mom's recipe, and she was from Arkansas. A portion of the peas may be mashed once cooked, then stirred together with the whole peas and shredded ham hock for a creamier consistency.

Provided by DOUET

Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas

Time 2h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 cups water
1 pound dry black-eyed peas
2 smoked ham hocks
salt to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 bay leaf

Steps:

Rinse dried peas thoroughly, sorting any tiny pebbles or other debris.
In a large stockpot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil with black-eyed peas, ham hocks, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Reduce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, 1 1/2 hours, or until peas and ham hocks are tender. If ham hocks require further cooking, simmer in water in a separate pot until meat is easily pulled from the bone.
Cool ham hocks and remove all meat from the bone. Stir ham into the peas, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.1 calories, Carbohydrate 54.7 g, Cholesterol 54.4 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 58.6 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

SPICY HAM HOCKS AND BLACK-EYED PEAS

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You can serve this on rice or simply as a side dish. It's alittle bit spicy, but you might like to add some Tabasco or hot green pepper sauce to give it a little more punch. I do.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories Ham

Time 2h33m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package dried black-eyed peas
3 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
1 lb smoked ham hock
1 large onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 carrots, diced
1 -3 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Place black-eyed peas in a large deep pan.
Cover with enough water to be about 2-inches deep over peas.
Bring to a boil, boil 3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Cover and allow to sit for 1 hour.
Drain water off of black-eyed peas.
Add the broth, 2 cups of water, ham hocks, onions, celery, carrots, jalapenos, salt and pepper to the black-eyed peas and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and cook, covered, for about 1 hour, or until black-eyed peas are tender, stirring occasionally.

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cooked ham hocks or leftover ham. You can also use smoked turkey legs or necks as a substitute for ham hocks.
If you don't have a ham hock, you can use 1 pound of smoked pork neck bones or smoked sausage.
Add a teaspoon of liquid smoke to the pot for a deeper smoky flavor.
Season the black-eyed peas with your favorite spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, or cumin.
Serve black-eyed peas and ham hocks with cornbread, collard greens, and hot sauce for a classic Southern meal.

Conclusion:

Black-eyed peas and ham hocks is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your black-eyed peas spicy or mild, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give black-eyed peas and ham hocks a try.