Best 2 Black Eyed Pea Relish Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our treasured Black-Eyed Pea Relish, a versatile dish that tantalizes taste buds and adds a unique twist to your culinary repertoire. This Southern delicacy, deeply rooted in African-American heritage, holds a special place in many hearts, embodying both tradition and innovation. Made with plump and flavorful black-eyed peas as its foundation, this relish bursts with a symphony of flavors. Experience the tangy embrace of vinegar, the sweet caress of sugar, and the piquant kick of onions. But that's not all; we've curated a collection of additional relish recipes to satisfy every palate. Dive into the vibrant world of pickled relish, where crisp vegetables dance in a tangy marinade, capturing the essence of summer's bounty. Discover the bold flavors of corn relish, a Midwestern classic that adds a burst of sweetness and crunch to your favorite dishes. And for those who crave a spicy kick, our jalapeño relish delivers a fiery explosion that will leave your taste buds tingling. No matter your preference, our carefully crafted relish recipes promise to elevate your meals and create lasting memories at your table.

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BLACK-EYED PEA FRITTERS WITH HOT PEPPER RELISH



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Categories     Bean     Pepper     Appetizer     Breakfast     Side     Fry     Cocktail Party     Vegetarian     Pea     Bell Pepper     Hot Pepper     Deep-Fry     Party     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about 36 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 17

For fritters
1 cup dried black-eyed peas
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh habanero chile, including seeds
1 large egg
1 teaspoon salt
3 to 4 tablespoons water
6 cups vegetable oil
For relish
4 red bell peppers (1 1/2 lb), chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh habanero chile, including seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup peanut or vegetable oil
Special Equipment
a deep-fat thermometer

Steps:

  • Soak peas for fritters:
  • Put peas in water to cover by 2 inches and soak 8 hours. Drain in a colander.
  • Make relish:
  • Purée bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, chile, and salt in 2 batches in a food processor.
  • Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then stir in purée (use caution as it will splatter). Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is evaporated, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
  • Make fritters:
  • Purée peas, onion, and chile in food processor until as smooth as possible, then blend in egg and salt. With motor running, add 3 tablespoons water and blend until smooth and fluffy (add remaining tablespoon water if necessary to form a batter just thin enough to drop from a spoon).
  • Fry fritters:
  • Heat oil in a 4-quart heavy pot (preferably cast-iron) until thermometer registers 360°F. Working in batches of 8, gently drop tablespoons of batter into hot oil, using a small spoon to scrape batter from tablespoon. Fry, stirring constantly (to prevent fritters from browning too quickly), until golden, about 2 minutes, then transfer to paper towels to drain. Return oil to 360°F between batches.

BLACK EYED PEA RELISH



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Great side dish or appetizer. I am ALWAYS asked for this recipe whenever I serve it. This is a fusion recipe that has taken some tasty ingredients from many areas. Use a processor to make the chopping easy and fast. Seems like a lot of ingredients but most are just spices that are normal pantry staples. This goes together very quickly and is really easy to take to pot lucks or picnics. Stores and keeps really well too.

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     Beans

Time 15m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 (16 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained
1 (16 ounce) can sweet corn or 2 cups frozen corn
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 (4 ounce) can black olives, chopped
1 large sweet onion, chopped
1 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 large bell pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, diced
1 hot pepper, diced fine, I use a jalapeno (optional)
1/4 cup Italian dressing
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Drain liquid from canned items and combine all ingredients.
  • Chill overnight or for several hours.
  • Serve with tortilla chips or pita chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.3, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 656.2, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 3.4

Tips:

  • Choose fresh black-eyed peas. Fresh black-eyed peas have a more vibrant flavor and a crisper texture than canned or frozen peas.
  • Soak the black-eyed peas overnight. Soaking the peas overnight helps to soften them and reduces the cooking time.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This recipe calls for bell peppers, onions, and celery, but you can also add other vegetables such as carrots, corn, or zucchini.
  • Season the relish to taste. The amount of salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper that you add will depend on your personal preferences.
  • Let the relish chill before serving. Allowing the relish to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving will help the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Black-eyed pea relish is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, a condiment, or a dip. It is a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas, and it is also a healthy and affordable option. With its tangy, slightly sweet flavor, black-eyed pea relish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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