Best 4 Pressure Cooker Black Eyed Peas With Ham Recipes

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Black-eyed peas with ham is a classic Southern comfort food that is often enjoyed on New Year's Day for good luck. This hearty and flavorful dish is made with dried black-eyed peas, ham, and a variety of seasonings. While it can be made in a traditional pot, using a pressure cooker can greatly reduce the cooking time and make the peas more tender. With just a few simple ingredients and a pressure cooker, you can have a delicious and lucky meal on the table in no time.

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

INSTANT POT® BLACK-EYED PEAS AND HAM



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Southern traditional New Year's black-eyed pea stew cooked in the Instant Pot®.

Provided by Lisa Ferron

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Beans and Peas     Black-Eyed Peas

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound dry black-eyed peas
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 cups cubed cooked ham
½ medium red onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Rinse peas and toss with salt and pepper. Transfer to the bottom of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®); add chicken broth, tomatoes, ham, red onion, and garlic. Close and lock the lid.
  • Select Bean setting and high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 30 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.9 calories, Carbohydrate 85.9 g, Cholesterol 43.4 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 16.1 g, Protein 43.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 2217 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

PRESSURE-COOKER BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH HAM



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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort black-eyed peas. Transfer to a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Stir in water, ham, onion, garlic, seasoned salt and pepper. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 18 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure., Serve with a slotted spoon. If desired, sprinkle with green onions. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled pea mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

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. Diabetic Exchanges

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

Tips:

  • Soak the black-eyed peas: Soaking the peas overnight helps to reduce cooking time and improves their texture.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for onion, celery, and bell pepper, but you can also add other vegetables like carrots, corn, or okra.
  • Season to taste: The amount of salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper you add will depend on your personal preferences. Taste the peas as they cook and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Don't overcook the peas: Black-eyed peas should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: Black-eyed peas are a great main dish or side dish. They can be served with rice, cornbread, or collard greens.

Conclusion:

This pressure cooker black-eyed peas with ham recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this classic Southern dish. The pressure cooker makes it quick and easy to cook the peas, and the ham adds a smoky flavor that takes them to the next level. Whether you're serving them as a main dish or a side dish, these black-eyed peas are sure to be a hit.

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