In the Deep South and Texas, people eat black-eyed peas on New Year's Day to ensure good luck for the upcoming year. You don't have to wait for New Year's to enjoy your black-eyed peas, however. You don't even need to have the traditional ham hock, or any meat at all. Black-eyes peas can be simmered on the stove top and enjoyed as a savory side dish whenever you want them. All you need is time to soak and cook them and a saucepan.
Step 1
Soak the black-eyed peas overnight in a bowl filled with water for four hours or overnight. Soaking the black-eyed peas softens the beans and reduces the cooking time, as well as making them easier to digest.
Step 2
Pour 6 cups of water into the saucepan. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
Step 3
Add the black-eyed peas and reduce the heat to medium. Simmer the peas, uncovered, for 35 to 40 minutes. The peas are ready when they are easily crushed between your fingertips.
Step 4
Drain the peas into a colander and allow them to drain. Scoop the peas out with a slotted spoon and serve them hot.
Tips and Warnings
- Serve the black-eyed peas with other beans and lentils as a salad.
Things You'll Need
- 1 cup dried black-eyed peas
- Bowl
- 6 cups water
- Saucepan
- Colander
- Slotted spoon
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