How to Make Slow Cooker Spicy Black-Eyed Peas - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the hearty and comforting flavors of Southern cuisine, and black-eyed peas are a true staple in this flavorful regional fare. Whether enjoyed as a side dish, or served as a main course with some freshly baked cornbread, black-eyed peas are a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal. And with the convenience of a slow cooker, you can easily prepare a batch of these sumptuous legumes without having to spend hours in the kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon
  • 1 pound dried black-eyed peas, sorted and rinsed
  • 8 ounces diced ham
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced
  • 1 jalapeno chile, seeded and minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, diced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt, to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 10

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Pour water into a slow cooker; add bouillon cube and stir to dissolve.
  • Stir in black-eyed peas, ham, bacon, onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, garlic, cumin, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt.
  • Cover and cook on Low until beans are tender, 6 to 8 hours.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    199 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 341mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 67mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 613mg