For a vegetarian version, omit the ham hock and add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika to enhance the smoky flavor. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference. For a milder flavor, reduce or eliminate them altogether. If you don't have collard greens, you can substitute with kale or mustard greens. For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will meld together even more overnight!
Hoppin' John With Greens - Slow Cooker Recipe
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME7 hrs
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TOTAL TIME7 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING6 People
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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Southern tradition with this soul-warming Hoppin' John. More than just a meal, it's a New Year's ritual, promising prosperity and good fortune with every spoonful of tender black-eyed peas, fragrant greens, and savory smoked ham. Let this slow-cooked delight fill your home with warmth and the promise of a bountiful year ahead.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate51 g
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Cholesterol23 mg
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Fiber10 g
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Protein17 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium205 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat9 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepPre-Soak the Peas: In a large pot, cover the black-eyed peas with water. Bring to a boil for 2 minutes, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour. (Time: 1 hour 2 minutes) Drain the peas and set aside.
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StepBuild the Base: In a small bowl, dissolve the vegetable bouillon cube in 1/4 cup of hot water. This creates a concentrated flavor boost for your stew.
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StepSlow Cooker Magic: Transfer the drained black-eyed peas to a slow cooker. Add the dissolved bouillon, chopped onion, minced garlic, smoked ham hock, chopped collard greens, oregano, red pepper flakes, and vegetable broth. Pour in 5 cups of water, or enough to cover the ingredients. (Time: 5 minutes)
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StepSlow Cooking: Cover and cook on High for 5 hours. (Time: 5 hours)
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StepAdd the Rice: Stir in the rinsed long-grain white rice. Ensure the rice is submerged in the liquid. (Time: 2 minutes)
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StepContinue Cooking: Cover and cook for an additional hour, or until the rice is tender and the stew has thickened slightly. (Time: 1 hour)
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StepFinal Touches: Remove the ham hock from the slow cooker. Let it cool slightly, then shred the meat from the bone, discarding the skin and bone. Return the shredded ham to the stew. (Time: 10 minutes)
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StepSeason and Serve: Season the Hoppin' John with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve hot, with a side of cornbread for a truly authentic Southern experience.
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Melisa Dooley
Jun 10, 2025The greens were perfectly tender, and the flavors were so well-balanced.
Kelsi Hauck
Mar 30, 2025I added a can of diced tomatoes for extra flavor and it was delicious!
Oral Reilly
Mar 9, 2025I used smoked turkey instead of ham hock, and it was still fantastic!
Willa Fritsch
Feb 20, 2025I didn't have collard greens, so I used kale, and it worked great!
Mallie Weber
Jan 10, 2025This was so easy to make and tasted amazing! My family loved it.
Phyllis Fadel
Dec 10, 2024Next time, I'll add a little bit of hot sauce for an extra kick.
Jordi Marks
Oct 26, 2024This is my new go-to Hoppin' John recipe!
Coby Bashirian
Sep 13, 2024The slow cooker makes this recipe so convenient. Perfect for a weeknight meal.