5-Minute Prep for a Delicious Black Eyed Peas Recipe You Can’t Miss

This recipe of black eyed peas is a match made in heaven, when you are in need of a quick healthy meal. Black eyed peas are famous by their intense taste and variety of well being for the body. It is great source of  protein and fibre for  a satisfying meal that you can prepare in five minutes. Here is a simple to follow recipe that everyone will love.

Black Eyed Peas Nutritional Health Benefits

Black eyed peas are not merely an excellent legume but also extremely nutritious plant based protein. They are high in protein, fibre, and vital vitamins, and they are beneficial for your heart health and for  the digestion. Moreover, they are also low in calories hence it is the best alternative food option to take when monitoring your weight.

Black eyed peas is also rich in folate which helps with cell growth. Another benefit it helps maintain the blood sugar level and regulates your energy levels during the day. Minerals like iron, potassium and magnesium can also be found in black eyed peas which supports the muscle function in the body.

The antioxidant agents reduces inflammation and protects the cells from damages. This black eyed peas recipe will not only satisfy your tastebuds but also keeps your body healthy.

The Ingredients you’ll need

A couple of ingredients are required to make this tasty black eyed peas recipe. Most of these ingredients you will find in your kitchen.

• 1 canned black eyed peas (saves time)
• 1 medium onion (sliced)
• 1 – 2 garlic cloves (chopped)
• 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
• 2 fresh tomatoes (chopped)
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• salt and pepper for taste

Garnish with fresh herbs such as cilantro or parsley. These ingredients are easy to find and cooks easily. Making a delicious and healthy meal every time. This meal is a great option for vegetarian food enthusiasts.

Quick Prep at a Glance

• Start by emptying and removing the excess water from the canned black eyed peas. ( Removing excess water reduces the salt taste)
• Slice the onion
• Chop the bell pepper, garlic and tomatoes

In five minutes the ingredients will be ready to cook. One of the amazing thing  about this black eyed peas recipe is, that it takes only 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

The first stage is sauteing the Aromatics

Add a tablespoon of olive oil on medium heat in a big skillet. When the oil is ready add the chopped onions and bell pepper. Cook them over medium heat as they become tender and fragrant for about 3-4 minutes.

Afterwards, add the chopped garlic and fry one more minute. This step will realise the garlic flavour and enhance  the aroma for your black eyed peas dish. Making sure each dish is very appetizing.

Including Black Eyed Peas

After the aromatics are ready, the star ingredient, the black eyed peas are added. Pour the rinsed peas into the skillet and stir it with the sautéed vegetables.

Next, add the vegetable broth to the mixture along with the freshly chopped  tomatoes. This will create a hearty and tasty sauce that goes very well with the beans. Stir everything together and leave the mixture to simmer for approximately 10 minutes.

Flavor Seasoning

To have a delicious and tasty dish, add some spices.

• cumin – has a warm flavour with a musky and earthy aroma
• paprika – has a sweet taste and is not spicy
• cayenne pepper – has a strong spicy kick on the tastebuds
• salt and pepper for taste

These spices will enhance the flavours with a warm and rich depth. You may leave out the cayenne pepper if it will be too spicy.

Stir the spices with the sauteed vegetables and black eyed peas. Taste the dish and add more spices if you want to. Having a good balance of spices will make any dish enjoyable to eat.

Deliciousness Simmering

Simmer the mixture on low heat for about 10-15 minutes. The different spices will infuse and the black eyed peas will soak up the rich flavours.  Continuing to stir the black eyed peas dish to avoid sticking and getting burnt. While simmering, the smell will  fill your kitchen. Keeping everyone curious about the delicious aromatic smell. Simmering the dish on low heat makes sure all the spices are blended, the peas are soft and soaked up all the amazing flavours. This perfect combination will leave everyone asking for second a plate.

Serving Suggestions

Finally, is to serve your black eyed peas dish after cooking it to perfection. This flavourful dish is ready to eat on its own  or enjoy it with rice. There are several side dishes to enjoy with, like quinoa, or cornbread as a complete meal.

You can also try to enjoy the dish with roast vegetables or for a healthier option why not try a grain bowl. Imagine having a grain bowl with black eyed peas, farro, sliced avo and corn. This bowl is so healthy and delicious. It’s definitely worth it to try at home. For garnish add chopped parsley or cilantro.

Storing Leftovers

In case you still have leftovers, it can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. This will free up time for a quick lunch or a light snack for the next day. It is save to store it for 2 days in the fridge.

Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes or on the stovetop for 5 minutes. You can add some vegetable broth to make a delicious soup for the next day.

Conclusion

Finally, this recipe of black eyed peas is quite tasty and healthy!  Spending only five minutes preparing it, makes it a game changer dish to make at home. By combining the delicious ingredients and keeping the cooking process simple, you improve your health and are happy at the same time.

It makes no difference, whether you are preparing it as a dinner or for the week in advance, this recipe will surely be a regular in your kitchen. Why not try it tonight?! It might be your next favourite dish.