How to Make Pressure Cooked Black-Eyed Peas with Smoked Turkey Leg - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black-eyed peas are a staple in Southern cuisine and are a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal. They are a great source of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. One of the most popular ways to prepare black-eyed peas is with a smoked turkey leg, which adds a rich and smoky flavor to the dish.

Pressure cooking is a quick and easy way to prepare black-eyed peas, and using a smoked turkey leg adds a depth of flavor that enhances the dish. The pressure cooker help...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds dried black-eyed peas, sorted and rinsed
  • 1 large smoked turkey leg
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped, or to taste
  • olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Place peas and turkey leg into a pressure cooker. Stir in onion, garlic, olive oil, pepper, and water to cover. Bring to a simmer. Close and lock lid.
  • Adjust temperature until regulator is gently rocking. Cook at high pressure for 15 to 20 minutes. Let pressure release naturally according to manufacturer's instructions for at least 5 minutes; open lid and add more water if needed. Replace lid and cook until beans are tender, 5 to 15 minutes more. Let pressure cooker cool for about 5 minutes before opening. Remove turkey bone.
  • Nutrition

    451 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 61mg
    • Sodium: 71mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 56g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 45g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 124mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 1269mg