Thomas Andrews
@thomasandrews
Southern Style Purple Hull Peas
A comforting and hearty dish featuring tender purple hull peas simmered with bacon and optional okra, seasoned to perfection. This Southern classic is perfect as a side dish or a main course, bringing warmth and flavor to your table.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:7
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time2 min.
- Total time17 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds
- to cover
- 8 ounces
- 4 ounces
- 1 tablespoon
- 1/8 teaspoon
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Southern Style Purple Hull Peas.
Step 1
Start by grabbing a large pot and adding your frozen purple hull peas.
Step 2
Pour in enough cold water to completely cover them, creating a cozy bath for those peas.
Step 3
Now, turn up the heat and bring the water to a lively boil.
Step 4
If you’re feeling adventurous and want to add some okra, toss it in now and let everything boil together for an extra two minutes, giving it a gentle stir every now and then to keep things moving.
Step 5
Once that’s done, lower the heat to medium-low and introduce the bacon, sugar, baking soda, salt, and pepper to the mix.
Step 6
This is where the magic happens! Cover the pot and let it simmer away for about one and a half to two hours, or until the peas are tender and bursting with flavor.
Step 7
Don’t forget to stir occasionally; it’s a great way to check on your delicious creation and make sure everything is blending beautifully.
Step 8
Enjoy the delightful aroma filling your kitchen as you wait for this comforting dish to come together!.