Comfort may be the first word to come to mind when someone thinks of pork and black eyed pea chili. The smoky flavor of the pork and tender texture of the black-eyed peas merge to create a hearty and mouthwatering chili that is sure to warm and fill up even the hungriest of bellies. There are several recipes that one can use to prepare this chili; some have simple and fewer ingredients, while others are more complicated and certainly require a bit more time. But no matter the recipe used, this chili is a great dish to serve during cold weather or as a hearty meal for any occasion.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
PORK CHEEK AND BLACK-EYED PEA CHILI
From the Feb 2008 issue of Food and Wine Magazine. The picture in the magazine looks incredible. Posting here so I can try the recipe in the fall. They suggest that if you can't find pork cheek, to use pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch pieces. (add 30 minutes to the cooking time in step 4) Can be refrigerated for up to 5 days. Even though this was in the Food and Wine Magazine, they suggest to serve with a rich beer, such as Newcastle Brown Ale.
Provided by HeatherN
Categories Pork
Time 3h30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the coriander, paprika and cumin and toss with the pork cheeks. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large enameled cast-iron casserole, heat 2 Tbsp of the oil. Add half of the pork and cook over moderately high heat, turning once, until browned, about 8 minutes. Transfer the pork to a plate. Add the remaining 2 Tbsp of oil and brown the remaining pork over moderate heat. Transfer the pork to a plate.
- Add the bacon to the casserole and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and slightly crisp, about 7 minutes. Add the onion, garlic and jalapenos and bell peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Return the pork cheeks to the casserole along with any accumulated juices. Add the ale, chicken stock, tomatoes, chipotles, black-eyed peas and cinnamon stick and bring to a boil. Cover and cook over very low heat until the meat and beans are tender, about 2 1/2 hours. Season the chili with salt and pepper. Spoon off the fat from the surface and discard the cinnamon stick. Serve the chili in bowls. Pass the smoked cheddar, cilantro and creme fraiche at the table.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 32.3, Sodium 459.1, Carbohydrate 35.6, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 6.5, Protein 18.3
PORK AND BLACK EYED PEA CHILI
Black eyed peas are traditionally served on New Year's Day for good luck. Since they swell when cooked, they symbolize prosperity for the New Year. They are served with some sort of pork product, symbolizing positive forward motion, since pigs root forward when foraging for food. Also eaten on New Years are greens (turnip, mustard, or collard) which symbolize money. There are two schools of thought on the origin of this custom which was adopted around the time of the American Civil War. In one, the practice was adopted after General Sherman's troops wiped out all food supplies he came across in the South. The "field peas" were spared because the Northeners considered them only fit for animal fodder. The other thought is that the practice dates back to ancient Babylonia where the New Year's table contained Qara (calabash squash or bottle gourd), Rubiya or Lubiya (black-eyed peas), Kartei (leeks), Silka (spinach or beet greens), and Tamrei (dates) and was brought to the US in the 1730's by Sephardic Jews that settled in Georgia. The practice of eating black-eyed peas caught on around the time of the Civil War.
Provided by threeovens
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium high heat and brown sausage for about 2 minutes; add ground pork and brown for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add celery, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and bay leaf; season with salt and pepper.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until veggies are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chicken stock or broth, tomatoes, black-eyed peas, hot sauce, thyme, chili powder, paprika, and coriander; bring to a boil, then turn down heat and cook about 10 minutes.
- Garnish with green onions and serve with corn bread or corn muffins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 754, Fat 45.9, SaturatedFat 15.4, Cholesterol 142.6, Sodium 1517.4, Carbohydrate 35.1, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 8.1, Protein 50.9
BLACK-EYED PEA CHILE VERDE
Smoked pork hocks don't just add meatiness and body; they release smoky, salty notes as they cook, seasoning the beans in the process.
Provided by Chris Morocco
Categories Bon Appétit Lunch Dinner Chile Pea Poblano Tomatillo Cilantro Wheat/Gluten-Free Winter Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a medium Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium. Sear ham hocks, turning occasionally, until browned all over, 6-8 minutes. Add chopped onion and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until very soft and beginning to brown around the edges, 8-10 minutes. Add coriander and cumin and cook, stirring, just until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 6 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover pot, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until hocks begin to soften, about 1 hour.
- Add black-eyed peas to pot, cover, and cook, skimming foam from surface, until hocks and black-eyed peas are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Remove hocks; let cool. Pick meat from bone and shred; discard fat and bones. Return meat to pot.
- Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°F. Toss quartered onion, poblano chiles, and half of serrano chiles and tomatillos on a rimmed baking sheet with remaining 1 Tbsp. oil; season lightly with salt. Roast, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned around the edges but still vibrantly colored, 15-20 minutes. Let cool.
- Transfer chile mixture to a blender; add cilantro and remaining serrano chiles and tomatillos and purée until smooth.
- Stir purée into bean mixture; season with salt and pepper. Serve chile verde topped with sour cream and chives.
- Do Ahead
- Chile verde can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
BLACK-EYED PEA, PORK, AND MUSTARD GREEN GUMBO
This is one of my favorite gumbos I make. The combination of ingredients may sound strange, but they go together so well and it is so delicious. Serve over warm white rice.
Provided by RFalgout
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Gumbo Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Season pork cubes with salt, pepper, and thyme to taste and place in a cast iron skillet.
- Cook pork cubes in the preheated oven until cooked through, about 30 minutes. Transfer pork from skillet to a bowl, reserving drippings.
- Cook and stir bacon in a 9-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate, reserving bacon grease.
- Cook and stir okra in the bacon grease over medium heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer okra to a bowl, reserving bacon grease. Cook and stir smoked sausage in bacon grease until browned, about 5 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to sausage; cook and stir until softened, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Stir 48 fluid ounces chicken stock into sausage mixture and bring to a simmer. Stir roux into broth mixture until dissolved and slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly stir 48 fluid ounces chicken stock into thickened stock; bring back to a simmer.
- Mix pork, pork drippings, bacon, chili powder, paprika, 2 teaspoons black pepper, file powder, rosemary, 1 teaspoon thyme, bay leaves, and Creole seasoning into thickened chicken stock; simmer, stirring often and skimming off fat, until flavors blend, about 1 hour.
- Stir black-eyed peas, mustard greens, okra, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, mushrooms, and remaining chicken stock into pork-stock mixture; simmer for 1 hour more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 89.3 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 34.6 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 2025.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH PORK AND GREENS
This recipe features black-eyed peas, and three kinds of pork. How can that not bring good fortune? This is my variation of Hoppin' John, which is black-eyed peas, rice, and pork stewed together, usually served with some kind of greens and cornbread.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham
Time 10h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place black-eyed peas into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight. Drain and set aside.
- Cook pork necks and bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in onion, celery, and carrot; cook and stir until softened, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Pour cold water and black-eyed peas into pork mixture; increase heat to high.
- Stir in bay leaf, thyme, cumin, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes and salt. Simmer uncovered until beans are tender, about 40 minutes.
- Remove neck bones from mixture; separate any meat from bones, return meat to Dutch oven, and discard bones.
- Stir in diced ham and kale; cook until greens are tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 65.1 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 37.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 1232.6 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
Tips:
- Soak the black-eyed peas overnight: This will help them cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
- Use a variety of beans: Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of beans, such as kidney beans, pinto beans, or navy beans.
- Add vegetables: Vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions add flavor and nutrition to the chili.
- Use a good quality pork: The type of pork you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the chili. Look for pork that is well-marbled and has a good amount of fat.
- Brown the pork before adding it to the chili: This will help to develop the flavor and prevent the pork from becoming dry.
- Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped onions.
Conclusion:
Pork and black-eyed pea chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious pork and black-eyed pea chili that your whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting meal, give this recipe a try!
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