Best 3 Purple Hull Pea Cornbread Recipes
Purple hull pea cornbread is a Southern dish made with fresh purple hull peas, cornmeal, and other ingredients to create a sweet and savory combination. It is a traditional recipe passed down for generations, and it is a favorite among many families. The bright color of the purple hull peas adds a beautiful visual element to the dish, and the flavor is unique and satisfying. If you are looking for a delicious and authentic cornbread recipe, purple hull pea cornbread is a perfect choice.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
MOM'S PURPLE-HULL PEAS
A wonderful side-dish for any southern-style-meal. Goes great with cornbread and fried pork chops!
Provided by SAMARTHUR
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas
Time 2h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the purple hull peas into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, add okra if using and boil for 2 minutes, stirring twice. Reduce heat to medium-low, add the bacon, sugar, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer until tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 12.9 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 526.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
PURPLE HULL PEA CORNBREAD
This is a great recipe that I've had for a long time; however, the original called for black eyed peas. You can substitute them in this recipe if you like, but to me, the fresh purple hull peas gives it a better flavor.
Provided by Sherrybeth
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Brown sausage and onions in a medium skillet.
- In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal and all other dry ingredients and mix well.
- In a small bowl, beat the eggs, buttermilk and oil together, then add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients.
- To this mixture, in the large bowl, add the cooked sausage and onions and stir well.
- Then, add the remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Pour this into a 13 X 9 inch, lightly greased, baking dish and bake at 350°F degrees for 50-55 minutes.
- If you would like, sprinkle a little more cheese on top for garnish before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 644.6, Fat 36.3, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 124.7, Sodium 1037, Carbohydrate 50.4, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 6.1, Protein 30.6
PURPLE HULL PEAS WITH BACON AND ONIONS
My maternal grandparents from Mississippi always grew and served purple hull peas, so I enjoy memories of them whenever it is pea season. This recipe was a winner at the Emerson, Arkansas, PurpleHull Pea Festival & World Championship. I made minor alterations to suit our tastes. See www.purplehull.com for more recipe ideas.
Provided by Catherine B.
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pan, saute bacon for 2 minutes to release fat, then add onion and jalapeno. Continue to saute over medium heat until onions are caramelized and bacon is browned. To reduce calories, can pour off any rendered fat.
- Add peas and just enough chicken stock to cover the peas.
- Add smoked salt and fresh pepper to taste.Cover pan and simmer gently until peas are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.1, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 4.9, Sodium 193.9, Carbohydrate 73.3, Fiber 12.4, Sugar 10.2, Protein 29.9
Tips:
- Soak the purple hull peas overnight or for at least 8 hours before cooking. This will help them to cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
- Be sure to rinse the peas thoroughly before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
- Use a large pot for cooking the peas. This will give them plenty of room to expand as they cook.
- Add a ham bone or smoked turkey neck to the pot when cooking the peas. This will add flavor to the peas.
- Season the peas with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Serve the peas hot with cornbread, rice, or your favorite side dish.
Conclusion:
Purple hull peas are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. They are also a good source of antioxidants, which can help to protect the body from damage caused by free radicals.
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