Slow Cooker Recipe For Black Eyed Peas And Ham

May 09, 2023 Post a Comment

Slow Cooker BlackEyed Peas with Ham Hock Grumpy's Honeybunch from www.grumpyshoneybunch.com

Description

This slow cooker recipe for black eyed peas and ham is a hearty and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The slow cooker makes it easy to prepare the dish and requires minimal effort. The combination of black eyed peas and ham provides a great source of protein and fiber. The slow cooker method also helps to bring out the flavor of the ingredients, making this a flavorful dish that your whole family will love. Plus, it's simple to customize with your favorite vegetables and seasonings.

Ingredients

1 pound of dried black-eyed peas
1 pound of ham, diced
2 cups of chicken broth
1 onion, diced
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon of cumin
1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
1 teaspoon of dried oregano
1 teaspoon of chili powder
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Start by rinsing the black-eyed peas in a colander. Place in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Allow to soak for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse again. 2. Place the soaked peas in a slow cooker. Add the diced ham, chicken broth, onion, garlic, bell pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, chili powder, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine. 3. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours. 4. When the peas are tender, stir to combine and serve. Enjoy!

Equipment

Colander
Large bowl
Slow cooker

Notes

For a vegan version, omit the ham and replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth. You can also add in additional vegetables of your choice. For more heat, add more chili powder or add in a diced jalapeño pepper. For more flavor, add a bay leaf and a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

This dish is a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins and minerals. It is also low in fat and contains no added sugar. One serving of this dish contains approximately 240 calories, 10 grams of fat, 25 grams of carbohydrates, 12 grams of protein, and 5 grams of fiber. It also provides 30% of your daily iron needs, 30% of your daily calcium needs, and 20% of your daily potassium needs.