Namibian Black-Eyed Peas

Black-eyed peas are a staple in Namibian cuisine and are often enjoyed as a symbol of good luck and prosperity.

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: 13.

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Namibian Black-Eyed Peas

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Namibian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian 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 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Instructions

1. Rinse the black-eyed peas and soak them overnight.
2. In a large pot, heat some oil and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
3. Add the tomato and red bell pepper, and cook for a few minutes.
4. Drain the soaked black-eyed peas and add them to the pot.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the peas are tender.
7. Stir in the fresh cilantro and lemon juice.
8. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
9. Serve hot with rice or bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

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.