Vegan Hoppin' John is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a traditional Southern dish that is typically made with black-eyed peas, rice, and pork. However, this vegan version uses plant-based ingredients to create a dish that is just as delicious and satisfying. With a few simple ingredients and some easy steps, you can have a delicious and nutritious meal that is sure to please everyone at your table.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
INSTANT POT VEGAN HOPPIN' JOHN
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
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.
VEGAN HOPPIN' JOHN
I combined a few recipes that I found on Google for this vegan black-eyed pea dish. The result was wonderful! Garnishes: sliced green onions, shredded soy cheese, and hot pepper sauce.
Provided by RachelRayfan13
Time 2h55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Bring water and beans to a boil in a large pot. Remove pot from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse before using.
- Place black-eyed peas, water, oregano, thyme, and bay leaf in a large pot; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 40 minutes. Add rice, cover, and simmer until the black-eyed peas and rice are tender, 30 to 40 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add celery, bell peppers, and jalapeno; saute for an additional 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 2 minutes more.
- When the black-eyed peas are tender, add the sauteed vegetable mixture, tomatoes, parsley, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper, and stir well to combine. Cover and set aside to allow the flavors to blend, 5 to 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.9 calories, Carbohydrate 62.7 g, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 408.4 mg, Sugar 9.5 g
VEGAN CAJUN HOPPIN' JOHN
This dish is just spicy enough to enhance, rather than take away from, its great depth of flavor. Goes well with cornbread.
Provided by stronglive1
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegan
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine onion and green bell pepper in a skillet; add enough canola oil to coat onion and bell pepper. Cover skillet and cook onion and bell pepper over medium heat until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Mix rice, kidney beans, tomato paste, black-eyed peas, hot sauce, smoked salt, dill weed, mustard powder, garlic powder, and savory into onion and bell pepper; cook and stir until heated through, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 10.9 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 802 mg, Sugar 7.8 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will ensure that your Hoppin' John is packed with flavor. Look for fresh black-eyed peas, bell peppers, onions, and celery.
- Soak the black-eyed peas overnight: This will help to soften them and reduce the cooking time. If you don't have time to soak them overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them in water for 1 minute, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
- Cook the Hoppin' John slowly: This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together. Simmer the Hoppin' John for at least 1 hour, or until the black-eyed peas are tender.
- Season the Hoppin' John well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of salt, pepper, and other spices to your Hoppin' John. This will help to bring out the flavors of the dish.
- Serve the Hoppin' John with your favorite sides: Hoppin' John is traditionally served with rice, collard greens, and cornbread. However, you can also serve it with other sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Hoppin' John is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy vegan recipe, give Hoppin' John a try. You won't be disappointed!
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