Black-Eyed Peas with Coconut Milk Recipe

Black-eyed peas are a staple in African and Caribbean cuisines and are believed to bring good luck when eaten on New Year’s Day.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Black-Eyed Peas with Coconut Milk Recipe

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: African, Caribbean Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Black-Eyed Peas
• 1 can Coconut Milk
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic Cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 4 piece Lime Wedges

Instructions

1. Rinse the black-eyed peas and soak them overnight.
2. Heat oil in a pot and sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
3. Add the soaked and drained black-eyed peas, along with the chili powder, turmeric powder, and cumin powder. Stir well.
4. Pour in the coconut milk and water. Add salt to taste.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the black-eyed peas are tender.
6. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 33g11%

Sugars 3g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.