Hot and Spicy Black-Eyed Peas

Black-eyed peas are considered a symbol of good luck in Southern cuisine and are traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Hot and Spicy Black-Eyed Peas

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Black-Eyed Peas
• 1 large Onion
• 3 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Bell Pepper
• 1 small Jalapeno Pepper
• 1 can Diced Tomatoes
• 2 cup Vegetable Broth
• 1 teaspoon Spices (Cumin, Paprika, Cayenne Pepper, Salt, Black Pepper)
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon Cilantro
• 4 wedge Lime

Instructions

1. Rinse the black-eyed peas and soak them in water overnight.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
4. Drain the soaked black-eyed peas and add them to the pot.
5. Stir in diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and spices.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the peas are tender.
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
8. Serve hot with a squeeze of lime juice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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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.