HOPPIN' JOHN -- RICE AND BLACK-EYED PEAS
I have heard all my life that one should eat black eyed peas on New Year's Day for good luck throughout the new year. It wasn't until I was in my early twenties that my father changed the dish from black eyed peas to Hoppin' John as our traditional New Year's Day good luck meal. It's simple, po' foke's food, and I love it any time of the year. In the directions, I will include substitutions to make this dish vegetarian/vegan. Some history of the dish can be found here --http://members.aol.com/RSRICHMOND/hoppingjohn.html -- It would seem most people cook the rice and peas seperately, and then combine the two to serve. That's how my dad does it. I wanted to cook the flavor of the black eyed peas into the rice. So, this recipe strays a little from the norm, in that I cook the rice with the peas already in the pan.
Provided by ATM 67
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a 4 qt or pan brown bacon and cook onion in bacon grease until the onion is transparent. ** For vegan, omit bacon and use approximately 1/4 cup of vegetable oil to cook onion.
- Add uncooked rice, black eyed peas (with juice) and water to your bacon onion mixture. Mix well. **For vegan add liquid smoke at this point to replace the smoke flavor that would have been added by the bacon.
- Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to medium.
- When the tops of the bursting bubbles of boiling water are all of the liquid that can be seen above the rice, remove the pan from the heat and cover.
- Wait at least twenty minutes, WITHOUT PEEKING!
- Don't do it. You'll loose precious heat and steam.
- Serve with bread of your choice, or with the veggies of your choice and plenty of hot sauce. Of course, the variety of hot sauce you choose will depend on your tolerance for heat. If you would like, this could be served as a side dish, as well.
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Liton Dhor
[email protected]Overall, this is a good recipe. It's easy to follow and produces a tasty dish. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a simple and flavorful Hoppin' John recipe.
Zakirullah Kohistani
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my Hoppin' John turned out really mushy. I think I might have used too much water. I'll definitely be following the recipe more carefully next time.
Noman King
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my Hoppin' John turned out too dry. I think I might have overcooked the rice. I'll try again next time and be more careful with the cooking times.
sherien mohamed
[email protected]This recipe is a little too bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and seasonings to give it more flavor. Next time, I'll try using a different type of rice, like brown rice or jasmine rice.
Qamar King
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of black-eyed peas, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The peas were cooked perfectly and the seasoning was on point. I'll definitely be making this again, even if I have to pick out the peas.
Makay Owens
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. I made a big batch of Hoppin' John on Sunday, and I've been eating it for lunch all week. It's a healthy and satisfying meal that keeps me full and energized.
Sallieu Kamara
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so affordable. I was able to make a large pot of Hoppin' John for less than $10. It's a great way to feed a crowd without breaking the bank.
Paityn Smith
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian, so I made this recipe without the ham or bacon. It was still delicious! The black-eyed peas and rice were flavorful and satisfying. I served it with grilled vegetables and a side of cornbread.
MUSASIZI ELIA
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas. I had some leftover peas from another dish, and I decided to try making Hoppin' John. I'm so glad I did! The dish was delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be using this recipe agai
NNENNA GOODNESS
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I received several requests for the recipe. The Hoppin' John was flavorful, hearty, and comforting. I will definitely be making this again for future gatherings.
Jael Griffin
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've been looking for a good Hoppin' John recipe for ages, and this one is by far the best. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and the dish turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Joudy Kojok
[email protected]This was my first time making Hoppin' John, and it turned out fantastic! I was worried it would be too bland, but the seasonings in this recipe are perfectly balanced. The dish was flavorful and satisfying, and I will definitely be making it again.
Alan Herring
[email protected]Hoppin' John is one of my favorite comfort foods. This recipe is simple to follow and produces amazing results. The peas and rice are cooked to perfection, and the broth is flavorful and savory. I like to serve it with cornbread and collard greens fo
Javed Afzal
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've tried it with different types of rice, vegetables, and even added some leftover ham. It always turns out great! I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy-to-make Southern class
David Senteu
[email protected]This Hoppin' John recipe is a true gem! The combination of black-eyed peas, rice, and flavorful seasonings creates a dish that is both comforting and delicious. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.