Best 5 Black Eyed Peas Veggie Jambalaya Recipes

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**A Flavorful Fusion: Black-Eyed Peas Veggie Jambalaya and More**

Indulge in a culinary journey with a delightful selection of recipes featuring the flavors of black-eyed peas and the vibrant spirit of jambalaya. Embark on a taste adventure that begins with the comforting Black-Eyed Peas Veggie Jambalaya, a hearty and flavorful one-pot dish brimming with tender black-eyed peas, an array of colorful vegetables, and a rich Cajun-inspired sauce. Embark on a taste adventure that begins with the comforting Black-Eyed Peas Veggie Jambalaya, a hearty and flavorful one-pot dish brimming with tender black-eyed peas, an array of colorful vegetables, and a rich Cajun-inspired sauce. Continue your culinary exploration with the piquant Black-Eyed Pea and Sausage Jambalaya, where succulent smoked sausage joins forces with black-eyed peas and a medley of vegetables in a savory and satisfying symphony. For a lighter variation, the Vegetarian Black-Eyed Pea Jambalaya offers a vibrant and flavorful experience, showcasing the harmonious blend of black-eyed peas, bell peppers, onions, and an array of aromatic spices. Discover the versatility of black-eyed peas in the Black-Eyed Pea and Spinach Salad, a refreshing and wholesome combination of black-eyed peas, spinach, tomatoes, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. And for those who love their meals on the spicier side, the Black-Eyed Pea and Jalapeño Cornbread delivers a delightful kick with its infusion of jalapeños and the comforting warmth of cornmeal.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BLACK-EYED PEA JAMBALAYA - DEEP SOUTH HOPPIN' JOHN



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Our Deep South version of the lowcountry favorite, Hoppin' John, this Black-eyed Pea Jambalaya contains bacon, ham, spicy smoked sausage, black-eyed peas and rice.

Provided by Deep South Dish

Categories     Main Dish

Number Of Ingredients 18

6 slices bacon
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1-1/2 cups diced, smoked ham
1/2-pound andouille or other smoked sausage, sliced
3 cups chicken stock/broth (Kitchen Basics recommended)
2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, undrained
2 cups uncooked, long grain rice
1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapeno, chopped, optional
1/4 cup sliced green onion
1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, or to taste
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning (Slap Ya Mama recommended) or to taste, optional
1 medium bay leaf
Chow Chow for garnish, optional
Hot sauce, for the table

Steps:

  • Using kitchen shears, cut the bacon into the bottom of a cast iron Dutch oven and sauté until slightly browned.
  • Add the onion, bell pepper and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  • Add the garlic and cook another minute.
  • Add the ham and sausage and cook another 3 minutes.
  • Add the stock/broth and black-eyed peas; bring to a boil.
  • Stir in the rice, jalapenos and green onion. Season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Add the bay leaf and return to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and allow to sit covered for another 10 minutes before serving. Fluff with a fork.
  • Serve with Chow Chow and pass hot sauce at the table, if desired.

VEGETARIAN BLACK-EYED PEAS



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Southern-style black-eyed peas made without meat or saturated fat. Based on a Cajun recipe.

Provided by R A Naccari

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 9h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound dry black-eyed peas
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 quart water, or more as needed
½ cup chopped green onion tops
½ cup dried parsley flakes
3 leaf (blank)s bay leaves
1 ½ tablespoons salt, or more to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place peas into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let soak, 8 hours to overnight. Drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic in the hot oil until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add black-eyed peas, 1 quart water, green onions, parsley, bay leaves, 1 1/2 tablespoons salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until peas are tender and most, if not all, water is absorbed, 1 to 2 hours. Add more water if more cooking is needed. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 885.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

BLACK-EYED PEA JAMBALAYA



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If you know anything about Texans, you know we love our black-eyed peas. But you don't have to be from here to enjoy this recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2-1/2 cups water
2 cups frozen okra, thawed
1 cup uncooked instant rice
Salt and pepper to taste
1 pound fully cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, diced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the peas, water, okra, rice, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add sausage and tomatoes; cover and simmer 15 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts :

BLACK-EYED PEAS VEGGIE JAMBALAYA



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A meatless version of a Louisiana staple. It is thick so thin it with water if desired. Serve with garlic bread. You can use regular brown rice, but it takes longer.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Peppers

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (28 ounce) can Italian plum tomatoes
1 cup vegetable broth
1 cup quick-cooking brown rice
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (to taste)
1 large green bell pepper, seeded
1 (16 ounce) can black-eyed peas, Drained
parsley, chopped, For garnish
chives, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, broth, rice, garlic, bay leaves, basil, thyme and hot pepper sauce in a lage saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Lower heat to a simmer and cook until rice is done, about 15 minutes for quick cooking rice or 50 minutes for regular brown rice.
  • When rice is cooked, cut green pepper into 1 inch pieces and stir into stew Stir in black eyed peas, cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring once.
  • Remove and discard bay leaves. Sprinkle with parsley and or chives, if desired.
  • Ladle into bowls and serve with garlic bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.9, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 381.8, Carbohydrate 25.7, Fiber 7, Sugar 6.2, Protein 7.6

BLACK-EYED PEAS JAMBALAYA(RICE COOKER)



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Make and share this Black-Eyed Peas Jambalaya(Rice Cooker) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mightyro_cooking4u

Categories     Rice

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons butter
1 bell pepper, small, chopped
1 1/2 cups rice, raw
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
1 onion, small, chopped
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced and browned
1 tablespoon seasoning (Cajun or Creole to taste)
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can black-eyed peas, jalapeno

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together in a rice cooker, press the button and cook.

Tips and Conclusion

This flavorful and colorful Black-Eyed Peas Veggie Jambalaya recipe is a delightful twist on a classic Cajun dish. Here's a summary of key tips and a conclusion based on all recipes in the article: Tips:
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for bell peppers, onions, celery, and carrots, but you can also add other vegetables like zucchini, corn, or okra.
  • Don't skip the Cajun seasoning: This blend of spices is what gives the jambalaya its distinct flavor. If you don't have a pre-made Cajun seasoning mix, you can make your own with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, and cayenne pepper.
  • Cook the rice until it's tender but not mushy: The rice should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Add the vegetables and black-eyed peas towards the end of the cooking process: This will prevent them from becoming overcooked.
  • Serve the jambalaya hot and with a side of crusty bread or cornbread: This will help soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion: Black-Eyed Peas Veggie Jambalaya is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The combination of black-eyed peas, vegetables, and Cajun seasoning creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that's sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a tasty and healthy meal, give this Black-Eyed Peas Veggie Jambalaya a try.

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