Spicy Smoked Ham Hock and Black-Eyed Peas Stew

Spicy Ham Hocks and Black-Eyed Peas Recipe

Description: This hearty dish can be served over rice or enjoyed as a flavorful side. It packs a bit of heat, but you can adjust the spiciness with Tabasco or hot green pepper sauce to suit your taste preferences.

• Total Time: 2 hours 33 minutes
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 18 minutes

Nutritional Information (per serving):

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• Calories: 457.8
• Fat: 9.7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.2g
• Cholesterol: 69.5mg
• Sodium: 512.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 51.9g
  • Fiber: 9.4g
  • Sugars: 7.7g
• Protein: 42.1g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried black-eyed peas
• 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 smoked ham hock
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 1-3 jalapenos (adjust to taste), chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Black-Eyed Peas:

   • Place the dried black-eyed peas in a large deep pan.
   • Cover the peas with enough water, about 2 inches above the peas.
   • Bring to a boil and boil for 3 minutes.
   • Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 1 hour.
   • Drain the water off the black-eyed peas.

2. Cooking the Dish:

   • In the same pan, add the chicken broth, 2 cups of water, smoked ham hock, chopped onion, celery ribs, carrots, jalapenos, salt, and black pepper to the black-eyed peas.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
   • Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the black-eyed peas are tender. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

3. Serve:

   • Once cooked, remove the ham hock from the pan.
   • Serve the spicy ham hocks and black-eyed peas hot, either as a main dish over rice or as a flavorful side.

Tips:

• Adjust the spiciness by adding more jalapenos or hot sauce according to your preference.
• This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated, allowing the flavors to develop further.

Keywords: Pork, Beans, Meat, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Spicy, Stove Top, Less than 4 Hours, Inexpensive

Enjoy this comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion, especially when you crave something hearty and satisfying!