Best 2 Instant Pot Hoppin John Recipes

Hoppin' John, a traditional dish from the Southern United States, is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines black-eyed peas, rice, and vegetables. This hearty meal is often enjoyed on New Year's Day for good luck and prosperity. The instant pot, a multi-functional kitchen appliance, offers a quick and convenient way to prepare this classic dish. With its ability to cook food at high pressure, the instant pot tenderizes the black-eyed peas and cooks the rice and vegetables in a fraction of the time required for traditional methods. This article explores the best instant pot hoppin' john recipes, providing detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure a flavorful and successful dish each time.

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INSTANT POT® HOPPIN' JOHN

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Black-eyed peas, ham, and brown rice are transformed into the most delicious Hoppin' John dish with the help of your Instant Pot® pressure cooker. Serve with warm cornbread.

Provided by Sarah Siniard House

Categories Fruits and Vegetables Beans and Peas Black-Eyed Peas

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 ½ cups water
½ (16 ounce) package dry black-eyed peas - sorted, rinsed, and drained
2 tablespoons salted butter
½ medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups uncooked brown rice
2 ½ cups chicken broth
2 cups diced cooked ham
½ cup chopped green onions
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

Steps:

Combine water and black-eyed peas in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Select Keep Warm function for 5 minutes, then release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
Drain peas and reserve cooking liquid. Rinse and dry the pot and return to the cooker.
Add onion, butter, and garlic to the cooker. Select Saute function and cook for 2 minutes. Add brown rice and mix well. Cook until rice is toasted, about 2 minutes. Add chicken broth, ham, green onions, salt, and pepper. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 22 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Select Keep Warm function for 10 minutes, then release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
Select Saute function and stir in reserved peas and cayenne. Add reserved liquid if needed, a little at a time. Finished dish should be moist, but not soupy. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.5 calories, Carbohydrate 55.2 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 829.4 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

INSTANT POT VEGAN HOPPIN' JOHN

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Black-eyed peas, rice, and veggies form this hearty, smoky meal-in-one. Make some for New Year's luck - or just because it's darn delicious!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

1 pound dried black-eyed peas (sorted and rinsed)
1 medium yellow onion (peeled and halved)
3 medium cloves garlic (peeled and halved)
4 dried bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 strip kombu
8 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion (diced (about 1 cup))
3 stalks celery (diced (about 1 cup))
1 medium red bell pepper (seeded and diced)
1 cup brown basmati rice (rinsed)
The cooked black-eyed peas
1 cup reserved broth from the beans
1 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 jalapeño pepper (seeds removed, minced)
5 sprigs fresh thyme
1 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper + more to taste
1 bunch green onions (scallions, chopped)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Add the black-eyed peas, onion, garlic, bay leaves, smoked paprika, kombu, and 8 cups water to the Instant Pot. Cook on manual/high pressure for 15 minutes. Release and drain the peas, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid and discarding the onion, garlic, kombu, and bay leaves. Set aside the peas and reserved cooking liquid.
Clean and dry the Instant Pot. Add olive oil. When hot, add the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Saute until soft, about 8 minutes.
Add the rice, cooked black-eyed peas, 1 cup reserved cooking liquid, vegetable broth, jalapeno pepper, thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir to combine.
Cook on manual/high pressure for 15 minutes. Quick release. Remove lid and remove thyme stems. Taste and add more salt and pepper to taste. Scoop into bowls and top portions with scallions and parsley.

### Tips - Use canned black-eyed peas for convenience, or soak dried black-eyed peas overnight before cooking. - Rinse the black-eyed peas thoroughly before cooking to remove any dirt or debris. - Add a ham hock or smoked turkey leg to the pot for extra flavor. - Use low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth to keep the dish from being too salty. - Add chopped vegetables such as onions, celery, and bell peppers to the pot for a more flavorful dish. - Season the dish with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper to taste. - Serve Hoppin' John over rice or with cornbread for a complete meal. ### Conclusion Hoppin' John is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a casual meal or a special occasion. With its combination of black-eyed peas, rice, and flavorful seasonings, Hoppin' John is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and affordable meal, give Hoppin' John a try.

Tips

Use canned black-eyed peas for convenience, or soak dried black-eyed peas overnight before cooking.
Rinse the black-eyed peas thoroughly before cooking to remove any dirt or debris.
Add a ham hock or smoked turkey leg to the pot for extra flavor.
Use low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth to keep the dish from being too salty.
Add chopped vegetables such as onions, celery, and bell peppers to the pot for a more flavorful dish.
Season the dish with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper to taste.
Serve Hoppin' John over rice or with cornbread for a complete meal.

Conclusion

Hoppin' John is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a casual meal or a special occasion. With its combination of black-eyed peas, rice, and flavorful seasonings, Hoppin' John is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and affordable meal, give Hoppin' John a try.