Black-eyed Peas Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Black-eyed Peas

   Rinse the black-eyed peas under cold water and remove any debris or damaged peas. Soak the peas in water for at least 4 hours or overnight for better texture.

2. 2

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent.

3. 3

   Combine Ingredients

   Add the soaked black-eyed peas to the pot along with the water, vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, bay leaf, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.

4. 4

   Cook the Mixture

   Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the peas are tender.

5. 5

   Finish and Serve

   Once the peas are tender, remove the bay leaf. Stir in the chopped parsley for freshness. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.