Ham Hocks And Black Eyed Peas Crock Pot Recipe
Description
Ham hocks and black-eyed peas are a classic Southern dish, typically served on New Year's Day for luck. This crock pot version is the perfect way to make this comforting dish with minimal effort. The smoky flavor of the ham hocks is balanced by the earthy flavor of the black-eyed peas, making this a hearty and delicious meal. Serve it with some cornbread and your favorite greens for a complete meal.
Prep Time
This recipe requires minimal prep time. All you have to do is chop an onion, mince a few cloves of garlic, and measure out the other ingredients. The preparation should take no more than 10 minutes.
Cook Time
This crock pot recipe takes about 8 hours on the low setting, or 4 hours on the high setting. It’s important to note that the longer you cook it, the more flavorful it will be. The flavors will meld together and the ham hocks will be incredibly tender.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried black-eyed peas, soaked overnight
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 ham hocks
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
1. The night before you plan to make the dish, place the black-eyed peas in a large bowl and cover with water. Let them soak overnight. This will help them cook faster and more evenly.
2. When you’re ready to start cooking, drain the black-eyed peas and place them in the crock pot. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, ham hocks, and chicken broth.
3. Sprinkle the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, and black pepper over the top. Stir everything together.
4. Cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 4 hours. If there is too much liquid, remove the lid and let some of it evaporate.
5. When the black-eyed peas are tender, season with salt to taste. Serve with cornbread and your favorite greens.
Equipment
To make this dish, you’ll need a large bowl, a cutting board and knife, measuring cups and spoons, a crock pot, and a slotted spoon.
Notes
Be sure to soak the black-eyed peas overnight before cooking. This will help them cook faster and more evenly.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 254
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 21g
- Fiber: 7g
- Sugar: 3g
Recipe Tips
If you want to add some extra flavor, try adding some diced carrots or celery to the crock pot. You could also add some diced potatoes or sweet potatoes. If you like your dishes spicy, try adding some crushed red pepper flakes or some chopped jalapenos.
To make the dish richer, you can replace some of the chicken broth with beef broth. This will add some extra flavor and richness to the dish.
If you don’t have time to soak the black-eyed peas overnight, you can cook them on the stovetop. Just simmer them in a pot of water for about an hour, or until they are tender.
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