STEWED BLACK-EYED PEAS
Black-eyed peas are a Southern good-luck tradition for New Year's Day, one with deep roots in African-American culture. Simmer the peas with charred onion, chile de árbol and cloves, and they'll soak up deep flavor. This recipe comes from the chef Mashama Bailey, of the restaurant Grey in Savannah, Ga., who makes it for her New Year's feast. Her family always cooked the beans with ham hocks, but Ms. Bailey prefers to make hers vegan, so all can enjoy it. These peas are also fairly customizable: Purée a portion of the mixture for a thicker sauce, doctor with your favorite hot sauce or dollop with sour cream to add richness.
Provided by Brigid Washington
Categories beans, side dish
Time 10h
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put the peas in a large bowl, add water to cover by 2 inches, and soak overnight.
- Blacken the onion: If you have a gas stove, turn one burner on high and place the onion halves directly on the grates next to the flame and cook, turning occasionally, until the onion is charred on all sides, about 5 minutes. Otherwise, heat the broiler and broil the onion on a baking sheet a few inches from the heat, turning occasionally, until charred, 1 to 2 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- When the onion is cool enough to handle, poke 2 cloves into each half, and add the onion to a large stockpot. Drain the peas, discarding the liquid, and then transfer the peas to the pot.
- Place the garlic, peppercorns, bay leaves and chile on a 12-inch square of cheesecloth and wrap tightly, using twine to seal the packet.
- Add 6 quarts water and the spice packet to the pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Skim any foam that collects on the surface, then reduce to a simmer. Stir in the olive oil and 1 tablespoon salt and cook, stirring and skimming occasionally, until the peas are fully cooked and the cooking liquid has thickened, 1 to 2 hours.
- Discard the spice packet, season with the remaining 1 tablespoon salt (or to taste) and the hot sauce and serve.
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Lovemore Katimbe
k.lovemore@yahoo.comI would definitely make this recipe again, but I would make a few changes to the ingredients.
Chulbul Chulbul
chulbul.chulbul@aol.comOverall, I thought this was a good recipe. The peas were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.
Fardowso Cabdulaahi
f-cabdulaahi@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly, but my peas didn't turn out as flavorful as I expected.
Tiny Tity
t@yahoo.comThe peas were a little overcooked for my liking, but the flavor was still good.
Mariana Pestana
mariana_p@yahoo.comThese peas were a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.
Nazakat Gondal
g-nazakat@yahoo.comI've never been a big fan of black-eyed peas, but this recipe made me a convert. They were so delicious!
Cityb√∏y Mathia
m@yahoo.comI'm always looking for new ways to cook black-eyed peas, and this recipe is definitely a keeper.
Todi Todi
t.todi@aol.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover black-eyed peas.
Md.rabbul Mia
m.m65@yahoo.comI love that this recipe is so versatile. I've added different vegetables and spices to it, and it always turns out great.
Itzel Uresti
iuresti21@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the leftovers are just as good the next day.
Shafqat Ali
s_a@aol.comI've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the smoky flavor of the peas.
MT Everest mobi
m.m73@hotmail.comI'm not a huge fan of black-eyed peas, but this recipe changed my mind. They were so flavorful and delicious.
fishface animation s
a@yahoo.comThese stewed black-eyed peas are a great way to warm up on a cold day.
X-pat Dynamic
x-dynamic97@yahoo.comI love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.
Kiwewesi Ziyadi
ziyadi@gmail.comThese peas were delicious! I served them over rice and they were the perfect comfort food.
mary waithaka
m-waithaka2@gmail.comThis was my first time making stewed black-eyed peas and they turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the peas were cooked perfectly.
Fatoumatta Bojang
b-f59@hotmail.comI've been making this recipe for years and it never disappoints. The black-eyed peas are always perfectly cooked and the sauce is flavorful and rich.
Annabelle Brack
annabelle.b@gmail.comThese stewed black-eyed peas were a hit at my last dinner party! They were so easy to make and had a delicious, smoky flavor.