Ingredients and Weight:
- Black-eyed peas: 500g
- Ham: 200g, cubed
- Onion: 1 large, chopped
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Canola oil: 3 tbsp
- Chicken broth: 1 cup
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Black pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Fresh parsley: 1 small bunch, chopped (for garnish)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 40 minutes
- Total: 60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Soak the black-eyed peas overnight in water, then drain and rinse.
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Add the black-eyed peas and stir well to combine.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add the cubed ham and continue to cook for another 20 minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 350 per serving (without accounting for specific weights of ingredients)
- Fat: Moderate
- Carbohydrates: High
- Protein: High
- Fibre: High
Dish Characteristics:
- Combination of American-style cooking with a unique black-eyed peas and ham combination.
- The dish has a rich, hearty flavor with a balance of sweet and salty flavors from the ham and black-eyed peas.
- Great as a main course or side dish.
User Comments:
- "This dish was delicious! The black-eyed peas were cooked perfectly, and the ham added a great flavor."
- "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's unique and very satisfying."
- "This is a great dish for a colder weather meal. The ham and black-eyed peas are a perfect match."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Soaking the black-eyed peas overnight is crucial for proper cooking. Skip this step may result in hard or undercooked beans.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste. Start with less salt and add more if needed.
- For best results, use fresh ingredients. However, frozen black-eyed peas can also be used in a pinch.
