Savory Black-Eyed Peas and Rice

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Savory Black-Eyed Peas and Rice.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious black-eyed peas dish, soak the peas in a large container filled with cool water for about 8 hours or overnight.

2. Step 2

   This step is essential for achieving that perfect tenderness.

3. Step 3

   Once they’ve soaked, drain and rinse the peas to prepare them for cooking.

4. Step 4

   In a cozy pot, warm up some olive oil over medium heat.

5. Step 5

   Toss in the diced ham and let it sizzle until it’s beautifully browned, which should take around 5 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Next, add in the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic.

7. Step 7

   Sauté these vibrant ingredients together until the onion softens and becomes translucent, which will take about 10 minutes.

8. Step 8

   Now it’s time to bring everything together! Add the soaked black-eyed peas to the pot along with enough water to cover them, bay leaves, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

9. Step 9

   Give it a good stir, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer gently.

10. Step 10

    This is where the magic happens—allow the mixture to cook until the peas are tender, which should take about 40 to 50 minutes.

11. Step 11

    Once they’re perfectly cooked, don’t forget to remove the bay leaves.

12. Step 12

    Stir in the cooked rice, and let everything simmer together for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the liquid has evaporated and the flavors meld beautifully.

13. Step 13

    Enjoy the comforting aroma and the delightful taste of your homemade black-eyed peas dish!.