Best 11 Black Eyed Peas With Ham Bone Or Ham Hock Recipes

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Black eyed peas with ham bone or ham hock 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, and it is also a popular choice for New Year's Day dinner. The combination of black eyed peas, ham bone or ham hock, and spices creates a delicious and comforting meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. There are many different recipes for black eyed peas with ham bone or ham hock, so you can find one that suits your taste. Whether you like your black eyed peas soupy or thick, spicy or mild, there is a recipe out there that will be perfect for you.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

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

BLACK EYED PEAS WITH HAM HOCK RECIPE



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Provided by Chichi Wang

Categories     Side Dish     Entree     Mains

Time 3h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, sliced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 garlic cloves
A handful of chile pepper to taste
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 smoked ham hock, about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds
1 pound black eyed peas, rinsed and soaked overnight in cold water, then drained
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°. Heat the oil in the pot and sweat the onion over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the celery and garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Add the hock and enough water to cover the hock completely. Add the chile peppers, bay leaf, thyme, and pepper. Bring the water to a boil, then cover the pot and transfer it to the oven. Cook for 1 hour.
  • After 1 hour, add the black eyed peas to the pot and put the pot back into the oven, this time uncovered. Cook for another 1 1/2 hours, or until the beans and pork are tender. Serve with your choice of sides, such as collard greens or kale.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 396 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 12 g, ServingSize eight as a hearty side dish or six as an entree, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CROCK-POT SOUTHERN BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH HAM HOCK



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These no-fuss black-eyed peas are slow cooked with ham hock and some bacon. Serve these black-eyed peas with cornbread for a delicious meal.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner     Side Dish     Lunch     Soup

Time 9h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dried black-eyed peas
1 large smoked ham hock
1 large onion (sliced)
2 ribs celery (cleaned, chopped)
2 carrots (peeled, chopped)
2 to 4 strips bacon (diced, cooked)
Cayenne pepper (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 fresh clove garlic, minced)
3 cups water
Kosher salt (to taste)
Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Place the peas in a large saucepan or Dutch oven and cover with water to at least 3 inches over the peas. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, then simmer for 15 minutes, drain, and reserve.
  • Place the ham hock, onion, celery, carrots, bacon, cayenne pepper, and garlic in the slow cooker. Add 3 cups of water.
  • Cover the ingredients and cook on high for 1 hour.
  • Add the drained peas to the slow cooker.
  • Set the crock pot on low, cover, and cook for 5 to 7 hours, stirring halfway.
  • Once the cooking time is done, remove the ham hock from the pot, pick the meat, and shred it or chop it depending on your preference. Add the meat back to the peas.
  • Taste for seasoning and add kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Stir well.
  • Serve the peas with your favorite sides and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 4 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH HAM BONE OR HAM HOCK



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This was a common dish served when we were growing up, especially on new year's. Mom would always make these black eyed peas, soft-fried potatoes, cornbread and sliced fresh vegetables. One of my favorite meals to this day. These internet pictures are examples of this recipe.

Provided by Jeanne Benavidez @jeanneben

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound(s) dried black eyed peas
1 - ham bone or ham hock
2 quart(s) chicken or vegetable stock
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon(s) chopped garlic
1 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
1 teaspoon(s) tony chachere's creole seasoning
- salt to taste

Steps:

  • Sort the beans and remove any stones or bad beans. Rinse with cold water and set aside.
  • In a stock pot, Bring ham bone or ham hock and 1 quart of stock to a boil; simmer for 1 hour before starting to cook beans.
  • Add the black-eyed peas into pan with pork and add the other quart of stock and enough water to cover the beans by 2 inches.
  • Add black pepper, onion and garlic. Bring back to a boil and simmer 1-1/12 hours or until beans are tender. Add salt. (If you are using ham hock, omit the salt. The ham hock will give the peas a more complex flavor and enough salt.)
  • Allow beans to rest for @ 30 minutes before serving.

BLACK-EYED PEAS & HAM



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Every New Year's Day we have these slow-cooked black-eyed peas to bring good luck for the coming year. -Dawn Legler, Fort Morgan, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (16 ounces) dried black-eyed peas, rinsed and sorted
1/2 pound fully cooked boneless ham, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 cups water
Minced fresh cilantro, optional
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Soak peas according to package directions., Transfer peas to a 6-qt. slow cooker; add the next 12 ingredients. Cover and cook on low until peas are tender, 5-7 hours. Sprinkle with cilantro if desired. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH HAM



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Similar to hoppin' John, this is a great way to turn your New Year's black-eyed peas into a main dish.

Provided by Deb Newell

Time 10h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package dried black-eyed peas
1 (8 ounce) bone-in ham steak
3 slices thick-cut bacon
1 medium onion, diced
3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 medium lemon, juiced
2 leaf (blank)s bay leaves
2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups chicken broth, or as needed to cover
1 ½ cups warm cooked rice
3 stalks green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Place black-eyed peas into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let soak, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Drain peas. Dice ham and reserve the bone.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle. Reserve for garnish.
  • Saute onion and celery in the bacon drippings over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Drain the bacon fat and transfer vegetables to a soup pot.
  • Add peas, diced ham, ham bone, tomatoes, lemon juice, bay leaves, Creole seasoning, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Cover with chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer until peas are soft, about 2 hours. Remove bay leaves and ham bone.
  • Serve over warm rice with crumbled bacon and green onions sprinkled over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.1 calories, Carbohydrate 96.9 g, Cholesterol 35.1 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 15.7 g, Protein 44.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1752.4 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

SOUTHERN HAM HOCK BLACK-EYED PEAS



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These are just the best black-eyed peas I've had. Ordinarily I would use fresh jalapeño peppers,but the pickled worked very well in this. I like to serve this with Southern Cornbread made in a cast iron skillet. Served this on New Years day for good luck.

Provided by Nimz_

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb frozen black-eyed peas
1 lb smoked ham hock (2 hocks)
1 cup chopped onion
32 ounces low sodium chicken broth
3 cups water
3 garlic cloves, chopped
3 tablespoons pickled jalapeno chilies, chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Add peas to a large dutch oven.
  • Add chicken stock, water, onions and ham hocks.
  • Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to simmer for 1 hour.
  • Remove lid and add chopped garlic and jalapeños, cover and simmer another 30 minutes or until they are tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove ham hocks before serving. (You can add the meat from the hocks if you desire. I don't).
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.3, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 124.4, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 1.4, Protein 10.2

BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH HAM HOCKS



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Fall and winter are coming and this is a dish that will warm you up on a cold day. If you simmer it long enough, it will take on a stew-like consistency. I serve it with a little chopped tomato and onion on top with skillet cornbread on the side. You can also use pintos, limas, ore northern beans in place of the black-eyes. I hope you like it!

Provided by Adam K.

Categories     Stew

Time 3h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 lbs dried black-eyed peas
6 smoked ham hocks
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse peas well and pick out dirt and stones (I do not soak mine).
  • Add to a large stock pot.
  • Fill with water up to a little over half full (you may need to add more water (hot) as you go).
  • Add ham hocks, salt and pepper (be careful not to add too much salt because of the ham hocks).
  • Bring to a rapid boil for about 20 minutes. stirring so the peas don't stick.
  • Put on low and simmer 2 1/2 to 3 hours, stirring every so often.
  • When done, you can serve it by itself or over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.5, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 24.2, Carbohydrate 90.8, Fiber 16, Sugar 10.4, Protein 35.6

BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH HAM



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Here's a regional favorite I grew to love after moving to the South. You'll never want black-eyed peas from a can again! Serve the dish as a side with grilled chicken...or make it your main course and round out the meal with greens and corn bread. -Tammie Merrill, Wake Forest, NC

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 8h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) dried black-eyed peas
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1 teaspoon pepper
4 cups water
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort black-eyed peas; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse peas, discarding liquid. Transfer peas to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until peas are tender. Serve with a slotted spoon. Sprinkle with green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SLOW-COOKER HAM AND BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP



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This recipe is proof that soup is a perfect food to slow cook. The low and slow cooking softens up the ham hock and infuses the black-eyed peas with loads of flavor, without turning them to mush. And after it's finished its flavoring duties, that ham hock still has more to give your soup. The meat that's clinging to the hock gets chopped into bits and added back in for a toothsome texture and heartiness that'll satisfy the whole family. So next time you need a set-it-and-forget-it family dinner, you know what to do.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 medium stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth
3 cans (15.8 oz each) black-eyed peas, drained, rinsed
1 smoked ham hock or shank
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots and celery; cook and stir 5 to 6 minutes or until vegetables soften. Add garlic and thyme; cook and stir 1 minute. Transfer to slow cooker.
  • Add broth, black-eyed peas and ham hock to slow cooker.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or until meat on ham hock is tender and easily separated from bone.
  • Remove ham hock. Remove ham from bone; discard bone. Shred ham; return to slow cooker, and stir.
  • Skim off any excess fat from top of soup. Add parsley, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 9 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize About 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 850 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH HAM HOCK AND COLLARDS



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For the New Year's good fortune, a plate of black-eyed peas or other beans is considered auspicious, auguring wealth and prosperity. In the American South, they are traditionally eaten on the first day of the year. Adding cooked greens (the color of money) is said to make them even luckier. Simmered with onion and a meaty ham bone (other options are salt pork, bacon, pig's feet, hog jowl and ham hock), black-eyed peas are often seasoned quite simply, with just salt and pepper. They may also be made highly seasoned with hot pepper and spices. Freshly baked cornbread is the perfect accompaniment. Black-eyed peas served over steamed rice is called Hoppin' John.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, soups and stews, main course

Time 2h

Yield About 12 cups cooked beans, 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds black-eyed peas, soaked overnight if possible
2 pounds smoked ham hock, meaty ham bone or slab bacon
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 large onion, peeled and stuck with 2 cloves
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon allspice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 pounds collard greens, cut in 1-inch ribbons (about 8 cups)
1 bunch scallions, cleaned and chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Drain peas and put them in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed soup pot. Add ham hock or bone (if using slab bacon, cut it into 2-inch chunks), cover with 10 cups water and turn heat to high. Add salt, onion stuck with cloves, bay leaf, black pepper and allspice.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Skim off and discard any foam that rises to the surface. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until peas are tender. Throughout cooking, add water as necessary, always keeping liquid level 1 inch above surface, stirring with wooden spoon occasionally. Turn off heat. Check broth for salt and adjust seasoning. Mixture should be fairly brothy. With a pair of tongs, remove ham hock, ham bone or bacon. Chop meat and skin in rough pieces and set aside.
  • Put a large wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil and heat until wavy. Add garlic and red pepper and let sizzle without browning. Add collard greens and stir to coat. Season with salt and add 1 cup water, stirring to help wilt greens. Add chopped ham and reduce heat to medium, then cover with lid slightly ajar and cook until greens are soft, about 20 minutes. Check seasoning.
  • To serve, put greens and meat in low soup bowls, then ladle over hot black-eyed peas. Sprinkle with scallions.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 249, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 633 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the best beans: Use dried black-eyed peas, and make sure to sort them for any debris or stones before cooking.
  • Soak the beans overnight: This will help them cook faster and more evenly. If you forget to soak them overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 2 minutes, then removing them from the heat and letting them soak for 1 hour.
  • Use a ham bone or ham hock for extra flavor: These will add a delicious smoky flavor to the beans. If you don't have a ham bone or hock, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika instead.
  • Season the beans well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powder to season the beans. You can also add other spices, such as cayenne pepper or cumin, to taste.
  • Cook the beans until they are tender: This usually takes about 1-2 hours. You can check the beans for doneness by tasting them. They should be soft and creamy.
  • Serve the beans with your favorite sides: Black-eyed peas are often served with rice, cornbread, or collard greens.

Conclusion:

Black-eyed peas with ham bone or ham hock is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The beans are cooked in a flavorful broth with ham, vegetables, and spices, and they are served with your favorite sides. This dish is a great way to use up leftover ham, and it is also a budget-friendly meal.

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