Lucky New Year's Black-Eyed Pea Stew

Lucky New Year's Black-Eyed Pea Stew
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    2 hrs 30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 45 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    173

Embrace the promise of a prosperous year with this heartwarming stew, a delicious confluence of culinary tradition and hopeful symbolism. Tender black-eyed peas mingle with delicate napa cabbage in a savory broth, creating a dish that's both comforting and auspicious. A touch of spice adds warmth, making it the perfect New Year's Day offering.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    89 g
  • Cholesterol
    82 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    34 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    1142 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    36 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

02

Step

Introduce the finely shredded napa cabbage to the pot, tossing to combine with the aromatics. Cook until the cabbage wilts slightly, approximately 2 minutes.

03

Step

Nestle the ham hocks amongst the vegetables. Introduce the bay leaves, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir to coat, allowing the spices to bloom for another 2 minutes, releasing their fragrant oils.

04

Step

Pour in the chicken stock and add the frozen black-eyed peas. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen.

05

Step

While the stew simmers, prepare the basmati rice. In a separate saucepan, combine the well-rinsed rice with the water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender and fluffy.

06

Step

Once the stew has simmered, carefully remove the ham hocks from the pot. Allow them to cool slightly, then coarsely chop the meat, discarding any skin or bones. Return the chopped ham to the black-eyed pea mixture, stirring to incorporate.

07

Step

Serve the Lucky New Year's Black-Eyed Pea Stew hot, ladled generously over a bed of fluffy basmati rice. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, if desired.

For a vegetarian option, omit the ham hocks and use vegetable broth instead of chicken stock. Consider adding smoked paprika to enhance the smoky flavor.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preference for heat. A pinch of smoked paprika can also add depth.
If you don't have basmati rice, any long-grain rice will work well.
The stew can be made a day ahead of time. The flavors will continue to meld and deepen overnight.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 57 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Lamont Mitchell

    I used leftover ham from Christmas dinner, and it worked perfectly in this recipe.

  • Giovanna Anderson

    My family loved this stew! Even my picky eaters ate it without complaint.

  • Luigi Bogan

    I added a little bit of hot sauce to mine for an extra kick. Delicious!

  • Anais Bergnaum

    The rice was a great addition to the stew. It soaked up all the flavorful broth.

  • Joshuah Koelpin

    I made this for New Year's Day, and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, and it felt like a truly special meal.

  • Tanner Cronin

    This is the best black-eyed pea stew I've ever had! So flavorful and hearty.

  • Ethan Kautzer

    The recipe was easy to follow, and the results were fantastic. I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Beaulah Abbott

    I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Thanks for the great recipe!

  • Adrianna Luettgen

    This stew is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced, and it's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.

  • Deshawn Heaney

    This recipe is a keeper! It's become a New Year's tradition in my house.

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