Best 6 Crockpot Black Eyed Peas And Okra Recipes

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Immerse yourself in the delectable realm of Southern cuisine with a delightful journey into the flavors of black-eyed peas and okra. This article presents a treasure trove of culinary delights, offering three enticing recipes that showcase the versatility and charm of these humble ingredients. Embark on a tasteful adventure as we explore a traditional rendition of crockpot black-eyed peas and okra, a tantalizing vegan black-eyed pea and okra gumbo, and a refreshing black-eyed pea and okra salad. Each recipe is a testament to the culinary prowess of the American South, brimming with bold flavors and heartwarming comfort. Whether you seek a hearty main course, a flavorful side dish, or a vibrant salad, this article has something to satisfy every palate. Prepare to be captivated by the magic of black-eyed peas and okra as we delve into these delectable recipes, promising an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CROCKPOT BLACK EYED PEAS AND OKRA



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I like to find ways to "kick up" the traditional black-eyed peas that we have on New Year's Day. Here is one of my variations that I love to have any time of the year. I usually serve it with hot cornbread. Yummy.....

Provided by Jeanne Benavidez

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 8h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pkg (16 oz) frozen black-eyed peas
32 oz chicken broth
1 can(s) (15 oz) ranch style beans, undrained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 - 2 jalapeno peppers, chopped (seeds and membrane removed)
1 large rib of celery, chopped
1 pkg (12 to 16 oz) frozen sliced okra (not breaded)
8 - 10 slice thick-sliced bacon, cut into1 to 1 1/2 inch pieces
1 can(s) ro-tel tomatoes and diced green chilies

Steps:

  • 1. Do not thaw the peas or the okra.
  • 2. Place all ingredients in your slow cooker.
  • 3. Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.
  • 4. Serve with your favorite cornbread.

DOWN-HOME BLACK-EYED PEAS



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This country recipe combines black-eyed peas and okra for a down-home country taste. We like to make this recipe in the winter with fried chicken and mashed potatoes.

Provided by Karinne Rooksberry Culley

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 3h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups dry black-eyed peas
12 cups water
3 pounds smoked ham hocks
1 ¼ cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf
1 (10 ounce) package frozen sliced okra, thawed

Steps:

  • Pick over the peas, rinse them, and place them in a large Dutch oven or soup pot with the water. Bring the beans to a boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour.
  • Stir in the ham hocks, onion, celery, salt, cayenne pepper, and bay leaf; bring to a boil, cover the pot, and simmer until the ham hocks are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Stir in the okra and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 277.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

CROCK POT BLACK EYED PEAS AND OKRA



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Make and share this Crock Pot Black Eyed Peas and Okra recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shellbelle

Categories     Beans

Time 8h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, undrained
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped celery
1 (16 ounce) package frozen sliced okra
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in crock pot.
  • Stir well, cover and cook on low for 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.2, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 1365.3, Carbohydrate 65.6, Fiber 17.6, Sugar 8.6, Protein 20.1

OKRA AND BLACK-EYE PEA SAUTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 8h7m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/4 pound strip bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 cup yellow onion, diced
1 1/2 tablespoon garlic, chopped
3 cups fresh okra, cut into rounds
2 cups fresh corn kernels
2 fresh small red hot chiles, chopped
2 cups cooked black-eyed peas, recipe follows
1 cup green onion, diced
Oven dried cherry tomatoes, recipe follows
Salt
Pepper
Freshly chopped parsley and Italian parsley leaves, for garnish
2 cups black-eye peas
Water, to cover
1 onion, quartered, with a bay leaf attached with a clove
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Salt
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sprinkle brown sugar
6 or 7 thyme sprigs

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, cook bacon until fat is rendered. Remove bacon with slotted spoon and set aside. Saute yellow onion and garlic in bacon drippings until soft. Add okra, corn, and chile pepper and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Add black-eyed peas, green onion, and cherry tomatoes and cook an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper and chopped parsley and toss in reserved bacon.
  • Soak 2 cups beans overnight in water to cover. Rinse the beans and place in a pot with enough water to cover the beans. Add the onion and the black pepper. Over high heat, allow to come to boil then reduce to simmer and cook for about 45 minutes or until beans are firm but cooked. Season with salt. Let the peas sit in this liquid for 15 minutes before draining.
  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.
  • Place the cut cherry tomatoes on a sheet pan, cut side up. Season with salt, pepper, brown sugar, and sprigs of thyme. Dry in the oven for 4 to 6 hours. Check periodically to make sure they don?t burn.

CROCK POT BLACK EYED PEAS



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Everyone knows you are supposed to eat black-eyed peas for luck on New Years Day. This is a great recipe to use your crock pot. You can use the stove to cook your collards (for money).

Provided by mary winecoff

Categories     Beans

Time 10h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) bag dried black-eyed peas
1 small ham hock
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Del Monte zesty jalapeno pepper diced tomato
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 stalk celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Pre-soak black-eyed peas according to the instructions on the bag.
  • Combine all ingredients and cook on low for 9-10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.5, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 618.8, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 5.7, Protein 20.5

SLOW COOKER SPICY BLACK-EYED PEAS



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Enjoy this easy crock pot recipe that's perfect for pot luck dinners and barbecues.

Provided by MJ46NY

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 6h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 cups water
1 cube chicken bouillon
1 pound dried black-eyed peas, sorted and rinsed
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced
1 jalapeno chile, seeded and minced
8 ounces diced ham
4 slices bacon, chopped
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ½ teaspoons cumin
salt, to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Pour the water into a slow cooker, add the bouillon cube, and stir to dissolve. Combine the black-eyed peas, onion, garlic, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, ham, bacon, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to blend. Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours until the beans are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.2 g, Cholesterol 9.6 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 341.4 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen black-eyed peas. If using dried black-eyed peas, be sure to soak them overnight before cooking.
  • Choose okra that is young and tender. Avoid okra that is woody or has brown spots.
  • Trim the okra before cooking. Cut off the stem end and the blossom end of the okra.
  • Slice the okra into 1-inch pieces.
  • Sauté the okra in a little oil before adding it to the slow cooker. This will help to prevent it from becoming slimy.
  • Use low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth. This will help to keep the dish from becoming too salty.
  • Add a bay leaf and some crushed red pepper flakes to the slow cooker for extra flavor.
  • Cook the black-eyed peas and okra on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • Serve the black-eyed peas and okra over rice or with cornbread.

Conclusion:

Crockpot black-eyed peas and okra is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas and okra. This dish is also a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give crockpot black-eyed peas and okra a try.

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