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INGREDIENTS
- 2 cups dried black eyed peas, sorted and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes with juices
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics
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Heat the olive oil in your Instant Pot while it is on the “Sauté” mode.
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When the onion is transparent, add it and continue to cook.
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Add the minced garlic and red bell pepper, stirring frequently, and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until aromatic.
Step 2: Flavor Infusion
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Add the cumin powder, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, and smoked paprika. Stir it well to evenly distribute the flavorful spices over the vegetables.
Step 3: Adding Peas and Liquid
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Add the black eyed peas to the Instant Pot after sorting and cleaning them.
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The tomato liquids and diced tomatoes should be added.
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Ladle the broth in. Maintain the maximum fill line of the Instant Pot while making sure the peas are completely submerged.
Step 4: Instant Pot Magic
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Set the valve to the sealing position and close the Instant Pot lid.
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Activate “Pressure Cook” mode on high pressure in the Instant Pot.
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If you want wonderfully soft black eyed peas, set the timer for 20 minutes.
Step 5: Release and Season
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Carefully execute a rapid pressure release after the timer runs off.
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Lift the cover, then gently mix the peas.
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Depending on your personal taste preferences, season with salt and pepper.
Step 6: Serve and Garnish
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Pour the tasty black-eyed peas into dishes for dishing.
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Add freshly chopped parsley as a garnish for a splash of color and freshness.
Step 7: Enjoy!
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Enjoy your hearty Instant Pot black eyed peas with fluffy rice or cornbread as a side dish. This recipe is the ideal fusion of hearty ingredients and cozy flavors.
Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas
With our Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas recipe, experience the supreme comfort of Southern cooking. A delightful recipe that quickly delivers warmth to your table is quick, savory, and hearty.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 250 kcal
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Wooden spoon:
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board and knife:
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried black eyed peas, sorted and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes with juices
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat the olive oil in your Instant Pot while it is on the "Sauté" mode.
- When the onion is transparent, add it and continue to cook.
- Add the minced garlic and red bell pepper, stirring frequently, and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until aromatic.
Step 2: Flavor Infusion
- Add the cumin powder, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, and smoked paprika. Stir it well to evenly distribute the flavorful spices over the vegetables.
Step 3: Adding Peas and Liquid
- Add the black eyed peas to the Instant Pot after sorting and cleaning them.
- The tomato liquids and diced tomatoes should be added.
- Ladle the broth in. Maintain the maximum fill line of the Instant Pot while making sure the peas are completely submerged.
Step 4: Instant Pot Magic
- Set the valve to the sealing position and close the Instant Pot lid.
- Activate "Pressure Cook" mode on high pressure in the Instant Pot.
- If you want wonderfully soft black eyed peas, set the timer for 20 minutes.
Step 5: Release and Season
- Carefully execute a rapid pressure release after the timer runs off.
- Lift the cover, then gently mix the peas.
- Depending on your personal taste preferences, season with salt and pepper.
Step 6: Serve and Garnish
- Pour the tasty black-eyed peas into dishes for dishing.
- Add freshly chopped parsley as a garnish for a splash of color and freshness.
Step 7: Enjoy!
- Enjoy your hearty Instant Pot black eyed peas with fluffy rice or cornbread as a side dish. This recipe is the ideal fusion of hearty ingredients and cozy flavors.
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Nutrition Fact –
Nutritional Information per Serving (approximately 1 cup):
- Calories: ~250 kcal
- Protein: ~13g
- Carbohydrates: ~45g
- Dietary Fiber: ~10g
- Sugars: ~5g
- Fat: ~3g
- Saturated Fat: ~0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: ~600mg (varies based on broth used)
- Vitamin A: ~20% DV
- Vitamin C: ~40% DV
- Calcium: ~8% DV
- Iron: ~15% DV