Best 11 Spicy Black Eyed Pea Skillet Recipes

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**Discover a culinary journey to tantalize your taste buds with our Spicy Black-Eyed Pea Skillet, a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.**

This delectable dish, deeply rooted in Southern cuisine, showcases the humble black-eyed pea transformed into a vibrant and flavorful sensation. Accompanied by an array of tantalizing recipes, this article will guide you through a culinary adventure that celebrates the versatility and deliciousness of black-eyed peas.

Embark on a culinary journey with our Spicy Black-Eyed Pea Skillet, a harmonious blend of spices, fresh vegetables, and tender black-eyed peas, simmered to perfection in a skillet. Delight in the zesty kick of jalapeño peppers, the earthy aroma of cumin and paprika, and the subtle sweetness of corn and bell peppers. This skillet dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a nourishing and satisfying meal.

Alongside the main recipe, this article presents a collection of enticing variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. Discover the vegan-friendly Black-Eyed Pea and Sweet Potato Curry, a symphony of flavors and textures that showcases the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and the creaminess of coconut milk.

For those seeking a smoky and robust flavor profile, the Black-Eyed Pea and Sausage Gumbo is an absolute must-try. This Louisiana classic combines tender black-eyed peas, savory sausage, and a rich, flavorful broth infused with the essence of the Holy Trinity (bell peppers, celery, and onions).

If you prefer a lighter and refreshing option, the Black-Eyed Pea Salad with Avocado and Corn is a delightful choice. This vibrant salad bursts with freshness, featuring tender black-eyed peas, creamy avocado, sweet corn, and a tangy dressing that awakens your senses.

As you delve into these recipes, you'll discover the versatility of black-eyed peas, a culinary gem that can be transformed into a variety of delectable dishes. Whether you're craving a hearty skillet meal, a flavorful curry, a soul-warming gumbo, or a refreshing salad, this article has something to satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your cooking utensils, and embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the beauty and taste of black-eyed peas.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 clove garlic, finely grated
Pinch cayenne
Kosher salt
1/4 cup olive oil
Two 15.5-ounce cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 cup mixed-color grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 green bell pepper, medium-diced (slightly smaller than 1/2-inch pieces)
1/2 red bell pepper, medium-diced (slightly smaller than 1/2-inch pieces)
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar, garlic, cayenne and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Whisk in the olive oil. Add the black-eyed peas, tomatoes, peppers, celery, onions and parsley and toss to combine. Season with salt to taste.

SPICY BLACK-EYED PEA SOUP WITH BACON



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Very similar to a great soup served at the Black-eyed Pea restaurants!

Provided by Genie Harris

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 slices bacon
2 cups chopped tomato
1 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
3 cups water
2 cubes beef bouillon
4 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2 cups grated Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and chop when cool enough to handle.
  • Add tomatoes, onion, jalapenos, garlic, salt, and pepper to bacon drippings. Saute over medium-high heat until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add water and bouillon; stir until bouillon cubes dissolve. Stir in peas and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Add Swiss cheese and simmer gently until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.9 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 83.3 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 1492.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

BLACK-EYED PEA SKILLET



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Easy and economical. Serve over rice or couscous if you want but I prefer to eat it as a stew with cornbread alongside. Add other seasonings if you like (garlic, chilies, hot sauce, etc). For vegetarians, omit ground beef and replace with vegetarian beef crumbles, or omit altogether and serve over rice for complete protein.

Provided by Pat Edwards

Categories     Vegetables

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb ground beef (or vegetarian meat alternative)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped (optional)
2 can(s) blackeye peas (bushs brand)
2 can(s) diced tomatoes, undrained
to taste salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef, onion and bell pepper until beef is brown and vegetables are tender. Drain off excess fat. For vegetarians, omit ground beef and replace with vegetarian beef crumbles, or omit altogether and serve over rice for complete protein.
  • 2. Drain the blackeye peas if they have a lot of liquid. Usually Bushs brand are thick so I don't drain. Do not drain tomatoes.
  • 3. Add black-eyed peas, tomatoes and their liquid, salt and pepper. Mix well.
  • 4. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

SPICY BLACK-EYED PEA SKILLET



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An easy tasty one pot dinner. Makes a delicious and inexpensive dinner in a hurry.Vegetarian version. Substitute meat alternative(I have used the Morning Star Farms and the Ready Ground Beef Crumbles with great success, or just leave out altogether and use as a side dish)

Provided by Deborah1

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb ground beef (or vegetarian meat alternative, see note above)
3 medium onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 (16 ounce) cans spicy black-eyed peas, drained (I prefer the Ranch Style brand, but use Trappey's if I can't get them)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained and coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook ground beef, onion and bell pepper until beef is brown and vegetables are tender.
  • Drain off excess fat.
  • Add drained black-eyed peas, tomatoes and their liquid, salt and pepper.
  • Mix well.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • I serve with corn muffins and cold spiced peaches for an easy one dish supper.
  • NOTE- If you don't have the spicy black-eyed peas, you could add chopped jalapenos to suit your taste along with plain black-eyed peas.
  • This dish freezes well.

SOUTHERN SKILLET BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH QUICK BUTTERY BISCUITS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 entree servings (or 8 side dish servings)

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 cups roughly chopped collard greens (1/4-inch ribbons)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Two 15-ounce cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
One 15-ounce can tomato sauce
1/4 cup gluten-free soy sauce
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons white or apple cider vinegar
Quick Buttery Biscuits, recipe follows
Whipped Maple Butter, recipe follows
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for the work surface
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 cup vegan margarine, plus extra melted margarine, for brushing
3/4 cup soy, almond or rice milk
1/3 cup sliced scallions
1 cup vegan margarine, at room temperature
1/4 cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat and saute the onions and green peppers until soft. Add the collard greens, garlic, cumin, chili powder, cinnamon, cayenne and salt and saute a few minutes.
  • Stir in the black-eyed peas, tomato sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar and 1 cup water and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 to 15 minutes. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Serve in soup bowls with Quick Buttery Biscuits and Whipped Maple Butter on the side.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Add the flour, baking powder and salt to a food processor and pulse for about 5 seconds until the ingredients are combined. Add the margarine and pulse until the mixture is the texture of coarse meal with a few larger margarine lumps. Work quickly so the margarine does not melt. Add the nondairy milk and pulse a few times until just combined. Do not overwork. Mix in the scallions.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and pat into an oblong shape about 1 inch thick. Using a floured 2 1/2-inch round cookie or biscuit cutter, cut the biscuits out and place them on a baking sheet. Brush the tops lightly with some melted margarine and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the biscuits from the oven, brush again with melted margarine and transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  • In a mixing bowl, using a whisk or electric mixer, whip the margarine with the maple syrup until light and fluffy. Refrigerate until serving.

SPICY BLACK-EYED PEAS



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 slices thick-cut bacon, sliced
5 cloves garlic, peeled
5 dried red chiles, broken up
2 bay leaves
1 pound dried black-eyed peas
1 quart low-sodium chicken stock
2 tomatoes, quartered
1/4 bunch fresh thyme, leaves removed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 lemon, juiced
4 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, add bacon and render until crisp. Remove the bacon to the paper towel-lined plate. To the same pot with rendered bacon fat, add the garlic, chiles, bay leaves, and dried peas and stir to combine. Pour in the chicken stock and add the tomatoes. Simmer over medium-low heat for 1 hour until peas are tender.
  • Transfer about 1 to 2 cups of the peas to a blender and puree until smooth. Place the blended peas back into the pot and stir to incorporate. Add the thyme leaves and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Continue to cook for another 15 minutes. Place in a serving dish and dress the peas with the lemon juice, green onions, cilantro and bacon before serving

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

BLACK-EYED PEA SKILLET DINNER



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Make and share this Black-Eyed Pea Skillet Dinner recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
1 1/4 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped green pepper
2 (16 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained
1 (16 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained and coarsely chopped
1/2-1 teaspoon dried thyme
salt (I used 1 t.)
pepper (I use 1/2 t.)
hot sauce

Steps:

  • Add ground beef, onion, and green pepper to a skillet.
  • Cook and crumble meat over medium heat until beef is browned; drain well.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients to the skillet; bring to a boil, lower heat, and simmer 30 minutes.

SPICY BLACK-EYED PEAS



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A wonderful Paula Deen recipe. You know us G.R.I.T.S. (Girls Raised In The South) were raised on black eyed peas. This is a wonderful recipe. Serve these over some rice with some cornbread, and I am home again!!

Provided by SkinnyMinnie

Categories     Beans

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 slices bacon
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package dried black-eyed peas, washed
1 (12 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained (Rotel works well)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups water

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the bacon slices, until crisp.
  • Remove the bacon, crumble and set aside to use as a topping for the finished peas.
  • Saute the onion in the bacon drippings until tender.
  • Add the peas, diced tomatoes with green chiles, salt, chili powder, pepper, and water.
  • Cover and cook over medium heat for 45 min to an hour, or until the peas are tender.
  • Add additional water, if necessary.
  • Serve over rice with the crumbled bacon as a garnish.

BLACK-EYED PEAS SKILLET DINNER



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This recipe is a "lifesaver" when you need a meal in a hurry, which I discovered when our two boys were young and I was working outside the home. It also reheats well.-Judy Wiles, Burlington, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 cans (16 ounces each) black-eyed peas, drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until beef is browned; drain fat. Add peas, tomatoes, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring often.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

BLACK-EYED PEAS SPICY STYLE



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A spicy twist on black-eyed peas.

Provided by Angela

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 40m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (15.5 ounce) can black-eyed peas with liquid
½ onion, chopped
minced jalapeno pepper to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium-size pot, combine black-eyed peas, onion, jalapeno peppers, and black pepper (to taste). Heat all ingredients to simmer, let cook 30 minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Fat 0.8 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 433.3 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

Tips:

  • Soak the black-eyed peas overnight: This will help them cook more evenly and quickly.
  • Use a large skillet: You'll need plenty of room to cook all of the ingredients.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: If you do, the ingredients won't cook evenly.
  • Cook the black-eyed peas over medium heat: This will help them cook through without burning.
  • Stir the black-eyed peas frequently: This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the skillet.
  • Add the spices and seasonings to taste: You can adjust the amount of heat and flavor to your liking.
  • Serve the black-eyed peas with your favorite sides: Rice, cornbread, or a salad are all great options.

Conclusion:

This spicy black-eyed pea skillet is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of black-eyed peas, vegetables, and spices creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Be sure to experiment with different spices and seasonings to find your perfect combination.

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