Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of Tender Black Eyed Peas With Smoked Turkey, a dish that combines smoky turkey and creamy black-eyed peas for a hearty meal. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this recipe is easy to prepare and delivers unforgettable flavors that will transport you back to cherished memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried black-eyed peas (soaked overnight)
- 1 smoked turkey leg or wing (about 1 lb)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the soaked black-eyed peas under cold water until clear. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions and garlic until translucent (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the rinsed black-eyed peas and smoked turkey pieces; stir well to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth until it covers the ingredients by about an inch, then add bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for about 1 hour or until peas are tender.
- Taste for seasoning adjustments before serving; remove bay leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg