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Hoppin' John
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 cup of dried black-eyed peas
- 4 cups of water
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of long-grain white rice
- 2 cups of chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 8 ounces of smoked pork sausage, sliced
Instructions
- Rinse the black-eyed peas and place them in a large pot with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, or until peas are tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1 cup of long-grain white rice and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add 2 cups of chicken broth, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- While the rice is cooking, in a separate skillet, brown the sliced smoked pork sausage over medium heat.
- Once the rice is cooked, remove the bay leaf and stir in the cooked black-eyed peas and browned smoked pork sausage.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Hoppin' John is a classic Southern dish with roots in African, Caribbean, and Creole cuisines. This hearty and flavorful dish consists of black-eyed peas, rice, and smoked pork, often seasoned with onions, peppers, and spices. The dish is traditionally served on New Year's Day to bring good luck and prosperity for the coming year. In Charleston, South Carolina, renowned chef Sean Brock has put his own spin on Hoppin' John at Husk, a celebrated restaurant known for its innovative take on Southern cuisine. The key to a delicious Hoppin' John lies in the quality of the ingredients, especially the smoked pork, which infuses the dish with rich, smoky flavors. For a vegetarian twist, some chefs substitute the pork with smoked paprika or liquid smoke to achieve a similar depth of flavor. Whether enjoyed at a fine dining establishment or a cozy home kitchen, Hoppin' John continues to be a beloved dish that pays homage to the diverse culinary heritage of the American South.
75 min
6
350 calories
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