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Vegan Black-Eyed Peas (Southern-Style)

Shana Thomas
Indulge in the comforting essence of my go-to vegan black-eyed peas recipe, a Southern tradition -urned plant-based staple.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 11
Calories 235 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cup dried black eyed peas
  • 1-2 cups vegetable stock add more, if needed
  • 2 tbsp Better Than Bouillon No Chicken Base
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika or use liquid smoke
  • sea salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp thyme dried
  • 1 tbsp oregano dried
  • 1 tsp crushed red peppers optional
  • juice of 1/2 lemon optional
  • greens of your choice optional

Instructions
 

  • Begin by placing 2 cups of dried black-eyed peas in a bowl and covering them with water. Let them soak, allowing these little legume stars to plump up overnight.
  • In a large pot, set the stage by heating your choice of oil over medium heat. Add in the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, and let them sizzle until they turn gorgeously translucent, which usually takes about 5 minutes.
  • Add those soaked, rinsed, and drained black-eyed peas. Generously pour in enough vegetable stock to cover them by about 4 inches. This is where the magic happens! In addition to this, introduce the seasonings, the savory Better Than Bouillon No Chicken Base, and the earthy bay leaves. Let the symphony of flavors begin.
  • Allow this aromatic masterpiece to gently simmer for about an hour, or until the black-eyed peas are tender. Feel free to fine-tune the seasonings to your liking.
  • Just before serving, drizzle the juice of half a lemon over your flavorful creation. This will brighten up the flavors and add a delightful, citrusy twist to your dish.
  • Serve this comforting creation over the greens of your choice. And if you're in the mood for a little extra indulgence, pair it with our mouthwatering vegan jalapeno cheesy cornbread muffins.

Notes

    • Soak Overnight: Cover black-eyed peas with water and let them soak overnight, then rinse before cooking for a cleaner taste.
    • Layer Flavors: Sauté onions and garlic, simmer in vegetable stock, and add seasonings like Better Than Bouillon Vegetarian No Chicken Base and smoked paprika for a harmonious blend.
    • Simmer Slowly: Cook gently until tender, adjusting seasonings as needed for the ultimate flavor balance in this Southern classic.
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