Hoppin' John Recipe
Hoppin' John is a classic Southern dish made with tender black-eyed peas, flavorful rice, and a hint of smoky seasoning, perfect for good luck in the New Year.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Black-eyed Peas
Soak the black-eyed peas overnight in water. Drain and rinse before using.
- 2
- 3
Cook the Dish
Add the soaked black-eyed peas, rice, water or chicken broth, thyme, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the peas are tender.
- 4
Finishing Touches
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with salt and hot sauce to taste. Serve warm.
