Dinner

Smoky Black-Eyed Peas

Name: Smoky Black-Eyed Peas
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 cans (400 g / 15 oz each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp (15 g) white miso paste 1 tsp (5 g) smoked paprika ½ tsp dried thyme 1½ cups (350 ml) vegetable or chicken broth 1 tbsp (15 ml) apple cider vinegar 2 spring onions, sliced (for garnish) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Prep

5 Minutes

Cook

25 Minutes

Smoky, savory, and ready in under 30 minutes, these smoky black-eyed peas cook into a hearty bowl with miso depth and just enough richness to feel complete.

Ingredients

2 cans (400 g / 15 oz each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp (15 g) white miso paste 1 tsp (5 g) smoked paprika ½ tsp dried thyme 1½ cups (350 ml) vegetable or chicken broth 1 tbsp (15 ml) apple cider vinegar 2 spring onions, sliced (for garnish) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

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Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the onion and bell pepper until softened and starting to brown, about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the garlic, smoked paprika, and thyme. Add the miso and mash it into the vegetables until it dissolves and smells fragrant. Stir in the black-eyed peas and broth, then bring to a boil. Lower to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, until slightly thickened. Stir in the vinegar. Mash a small spoonful of the peas against the side of the pot for a creamier texture, then stir them back in. Finish with spring onions and parsley, plus shichimi if using.

Best Served With

cornbread, steamed rice, or quick pickles

Cook's Note

Bring the peas and aromatics to a boil, then simmer gently until tender, adding more liquid as needed; smoked meats and broth add salt, so wait to season until the peas are nearly done to avoid oversalting.

Why This Recipe Works

Canned black-eyed peas turn creamy quickly, so the dish gets body without a long simmer. Miso adds depth, smoked paprika brings warmth, and vinegar sharpens the finish so the bowl stays balanced instead of heavy.

Make It Yours

Add shichimi togarashi or chili flakes for more heat. Swap the bell pepper for celery for a softer, more savory base. Use chicken broth for a deeper finish, or vegetable broth to keep it lighter. Stir in a small knob of butter at the end for extra richness. Top with a fried egg to turn it into a fuller meal.