Ultimate Black Eyed Peas Okra Recipe Deliciously Simple
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Author:souzanfood
Total Time:1 hour 5 minutes
Yield:Serves 4-6 1x
Description
Discover a deliciously simple recipe for Black Eyed Peas Okra highlighting flavors and easy cooking techniques youll love
Ingredients
Scale
1 ½ cups dried black-eyed peas
1 pound of okra, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
4 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Optional: Chopped jalapeño, cooked sausage, and fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro
Instructions
Prep the peas: Rinse dried black-eyed peas under cold water and soak them overnight or do a quick soak by boiling for 2 minutes and letting them sit for an hour.
Sauté the base: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
Add garlic: Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
Building flavors: Stir in chopped tomatoes, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt and pepper. Cook together for about 5 minutes.
Introduce the peas: Add soaked black-eyed peas and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well.
Simmer away: Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 30-40 minutes until peas are tender.
Add the okra: Once peas are tender, stir in sliced okra and cook together for an additional 10 minutes.
Taste and adjust: Before serving, taste the dish and adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
A comforting Southern dish of Black Eyed Peas and Okra, capturing warmth and nostalgia in every bite.
