BLACKED-EYED PEAS AND PORK GUMBO

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Number Of Ingredients 22

GUMBO
1/3 cup oil
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 to 2 tablespoon oil
1 1/2 cups sliced fresh okra *
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped celery
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups water
2 cups chopped tomatoes or 14.5-oz. can whole tomatoes, drained, cut up
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon ground red cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 bay leaves
3/4 pound smoked pork chop, well trimmed, boned and cubed, or 1/2 lb. cubed cooked ham
1 (15-ounce) can black-eyed pea, undrained
TOPPINGS
2 cups hot cooked rice
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped green onions, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat 1/3 cup oil in small saucepan or skillet over medium-low heat until hot. Using wire whisk, stir in flour. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown, stirring constantly. Set aside.Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons oil in 3-quart heavy saucepan or 4-quart Dutch oven over medium heat until hot. Add okra, onions, celery and garlic cook 8 to 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in flour mixture until well blended. Add water, tomatoes, 1/3 cup parsley, salt, thyme, ground red pepper, pepper and bay leaves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat simmer 20 minutes.Add cubed pork cook an additional 15 to 20 minutes or until pork is tender and no longer pink. Stir in black-eyed peas cook until thoroughly heated. Remove bay leaves. Ladle gumbo into 8 individual soup bowls top each with 1/4 cup rice. Sprinkle servings with 1/4 cup parsley and green onions. *TIP: Frozen okra can be substituted for fresh okra add with tomatoes.Nutrition Per Serving: Calories 300 Protein 12g Carbohydrate 29g Fat 15g Sodium 540mgPICTURE: Top to bottom: White Chili with Salsa Verde, Black-Eyed Peas and Pork GumboFrom "Pillsbury Best of the Bake-Off® Cookbook." Copyright 2004 General Mills. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Mohamed Elassal
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my gumbo turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much liquid.


Rich Nega
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This gumbo is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is incredible.


Asad abbasi Asad abbasi
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I love that this recipe uses black-eyed peas. They add a unique flavor and texture to the gumbo.


Linsey Love
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I've made this gumbo several times and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Faragan Hahhah
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This gumbo is a great way to use up leftover pork. It's also a very budget-friendly meal.


Asif Mahar
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I'm not usually a fan of gumbo, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and satisfying.


Komal Jani
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This gumbo was amazing! The perfect comfort food on a cold winter day.


Nansubuga Ruth
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I wasn't a fan of this gumbo. The flavors were too bland for me.


MD MERAJUL ISLAM
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The gumbo was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think next time I'll use less cayenne pepper.


ISI Rahman
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This recipe was easy to follow and the gumbo turned out delicious. I added some extra vegetables, such as bell peppers and carrots, and it was even better.


Lubsa Khan
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Made this gumbo for my family and they loved it! The flavors were so rich and complex. I will definitely be making this again.


Randy McCurdy
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This gumbo was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of black-eyed peas and pork was unique and flavorful. I especially loved the crispy okra. Definitely a keeper recipe!