Tex-Mex Fiesta Black-Eyed Peas
A Tex-Mex take on black-eyed peas, with a pickled cabbage slaw that adds a bright, acidic crunch. The black-eyed peas are simmered in a flavorful broth with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, chili powder, and cumin, while the cabbage slaw is made with vinegar, sugar, and salt. The result is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer cookout or potluck.
Black-eyed peas have a long and storied history in the American South, where they were brought over by enslaved Africans. The peas were a staple foodstuff during the Civil War, and they remain popular in Southern cuisine today. Tex-Mex cuisine is a fusion of Mexican and American flavors, and this recipe for Tex-Mex Fiesta Black-Eyed Peas is a perfect example of that fusion. The combination of black-eyed peas, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, chili powder, and cumin creates a flavorful and hearty dish that's perfect for a summer cookout or potluck.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 60 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried black-eyed peas, rinsed and sorted
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the black-eyed peas, vegetable broth, tomatoes, onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the black-eyed peas are tender.
  2. While the black-eyed peas are simmering, make the pickled cabbage slaw.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, and onion. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar, and salt. Pour the vinegar mixture over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Set aside for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Once the black-eyed peas are cooked, top with the pickled cabbage slaw and serve.
Why It Works
  • The combination of black-eyed peas, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, chili powder, and cumin creates a flavorful and hearty dish.
  • The pickled cabbage slaw adds a bright, acidic crunch that complements the richness of the black-eyed peas.
  • The dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.
  • Black-eyed peas are a good source of protein and fiber.
  • The pickled cabbage slaw is a good source of vitamin C.