Discover the tantalizing flavors of Southern cuisine with our exploration of the best sweet and sour black-eyed peas recipes. These humble legumes, often overlooked in favor of their more popular bean counterparts, are transformed into a delightful dish that bursts with tangy sweetness and a hint of savory smokiness. Join us on a culinary journey as we uncover the secrets to creating this classic dish, exploring variations that cater to diverse tastes and preferences.
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SWEET AND SPICY SOUP WITH BLACK-EYED PEAS AND SWEET POTATO
Contrasting the flavors of sweet (roasted red bell pepper and sweet potato), spicy (cayenne and crushed red pepper) and earthy (black eye peas) was the inspiration for this dish. Equally tasty whether served hot or cold.
Provided by amanda1432
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Sweet Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Set oven to broil. Brush red bell pepper lightly with olive oil, and place cut-side down on a baking sheet. Place sheet under broiler, and broil until pepper is blackened and blistered. Remove from broiler, and when cool enough to touch, peel skin. Chop pepper into bite-size pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, celery, and garlic; cook until onion is soft and translucent.
- Mix in water, vegetable broth, tomatoes, black-eyed peas, sweet potatoes, and chopped bell pepper. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, cayenne, and red pepper flakes. Add bay leaf, thyme, basil, oregano, and rosemary. Mix in garlic, onion, and mustard powders. Stir in cumin and coriander.
- Bring contents to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, covered, until sweet potatoes begin to disintegrate, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and cracked pepper to taste. Stir in fresh parsley, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 254.5 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
SWEET & SOUR BLACK-EYED PEA SUCCOTASH
Steps:
- Heat a grill to medium. Brush the corn with canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until lightly charred on all sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Set aside to cool slightly, then slice the kernels off the cobs and reserve.
- Heat the 2 tablespoons canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the red onions, bell peppers and Fresno chile; cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add the black-eyed peas and cook another 2 minutes. Add the sugar and vinegar; bring to a boil; and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes. Fold in the reserved corn and the parsley and transfer to a serving bowl. Serve warm or at room temperature.
SWEET-AND-SOUR BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH HAM
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, stir together all the ingredients except the parsley. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until warmed through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with the parsley.
- nutrition information
- (Per Serving)
- Calories: 279
- Total Fat: 1.0g
- Saturated: 0.5g
- Trans: 0.0g
- Polyunsaturated: 0.0g
- Monounsaturated: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
- Sodium: 367mg
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 9g
- Sugars: 20g
- Protein: 17g
- Dietary Exchanges
- 2 1/2 Starch
- 1 Carbohydrate
- 1 1/2 Very Lean Meat
SWEET AND SOUR BLACK-EYED PEAS
This has become my new go-to recipe for black-eyed peas. I'm a Southern girl and never thought I would be able to stray from the tried and true meat-seasoned version, but this one wins! Delicious and low fat.
Provided by Susan Riles Strittmatter
Categories Everyday Cooking Vegetarian Side Dishes
Time 1h17m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions; saute until softened and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add water, black-eyed peas, vinegar, sugar, salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook until peas are tender, 60 to 90 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.8 calories, Carbohydrate 77.5 g, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 12.6 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 606.9 mg, Sugar 15.4 g
BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH STEWED TOMATOES
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories side-dish
Time 1h50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put the peas in a pot and cover with water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat, and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover, and let them soak for 1 hour. (Or cover the with cold water and let them soak overnight.)
- Meanwhile, drain the tomatoes and reserve the liquid. Hand crush the tomatoes into a saucepan and add the sugar and 1/2 cup of the liquid. Cook over medium low heat, being careful not to let it burn, until the liquid has evaporated and the tomatoes are thick, about 30 minutes.
- In a large pot over medium heat add the olive oil, onion, garlic, and ham hock. Cook until the onions are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the soaked peas and the stock and cook, covered, until the peas are tender, about 20 minutes. Add some water if you need more liquid. Remove the ham hock and fold in the tomato mixture. Taste, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Tips:
- Canned black-eyed peas are a convenient option, but if you have time, dried peas can be cooked in a slow cooker or on the stovetop. - Soaking the dried peas overnight before cooking will help them cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time. - Adding a ham hock or smoked turkey wing to the cooking liquid will add extra flavor to the peas. - If you don't have any ketchup, you can use a combination of tomato sauce and brown sugar to make a sweet and sour sauce. - Experiment with different types of vinegar to find the one you like best. Apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, and rice vinegar are all good options. - Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or basil, to the peas just before serving for a pop of color and flavor. - Serve the black-eyed peas over rice, with cornbread, or as a side dish to grilled or fried chicken.Conclusion:
Sweet and sour black-eyed peas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new way to enjoy black-eyed peas, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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