If you want to make Canned Black Eyed Peas, then pay attention to this recipe because we will explain it here in full.
Maybe you’re used to tasting black eyed peas, but there are variations that are tastier. I will make Canned Black Eyed Peas here which is more pronounced, different and of course very interesting.
Ingredients for Canned Black Eyed Peas
Making black eyed peas doesn’t require many ingredients. With just a few ingredients you can try making it. The interesting part of this recipe is the bacon.
Apart from bacon, there are other ingredients that are no less delicious such as red onions, jalapeno. To prepare Canned Black Eyed Peas, you don’t need a lot of ingredients, right!
For canned peas, you can use any brand. In this recipe we use canned black eyed peas, if you don’t have any, you can use another type.
How to Get Cheaper Bacon
This recipe uses chopped bacon, so you don’t need to buy beautiful whole bacon pieces. So, just buy bacon that has been cut into pieces and of course the price is cheaper.
I usually bake the entire package of bacon I use using a large baking sheet in the oven. Once drained and cooled, you can divide it into one cup portions for the freezer, this is very easy.
Preheat the oven to 400F, you can put a pound of meat in regular slices and cook for 15 minutes, if the slices are thick it may take 20 minutes.
If it’s a cut of meat, then this will take 40 minutes, the time can vary according to the level of crispiness you want. I baked them for 15 minutes and they were perfectly crispy for Canned Black Eyed Peas.
What is Another Name for Black Eyed Peas?
Do you often hear cowpeas? Cowpeas is another name for black eyed peas. In fact, these are not cowpeas, but black eyed peas, and they are both in the same family.
So, another name for this peas recipe is cowpeas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need to Cook It?
Canned black beans are beans that have been cooked and are ready to eat. So, you definitely don’t want to cook it into mush. Cooked canned black beans like this are also great as an ingredient in salads or you can use them in various other dishes.
Do I Need to Drain Black Eyed Peas?
If this is what you are asking, you should rinse cooked canned black beans first, then dry them. You see, whatever nuts have been packed in a can, they will have a slimy liquid. Rinse with water and dry before using. Even though this is not completely necessary, it is best (in my opinion) to be done.
Can I Use Dry Peas?
Of course, follow the instructions on the package, you will need about 3/4 cup of peas. You can also use as many as you like to make a lot of Canned Black Eyed Peas and then freeze them in the refrigerator for future use.
To try this recipe, you can actually try it with various types of beans such as pinto or black beans. Please experiment as much as possible until you find an amazing taste.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Bacon, sliced and cut into pieces, cooked in any way and divided into small portions.
- 2 bacon fat or you can use olive oil
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 2 Celery Ribs, chopped
- 3 Jalapenos, remove membranes and remove seeds
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- 15.5 ounces canned Black Eyed Peas, any brand
- ½ cup Water
Instructions
- Bacon can be cooked any way you like, so before making this recipe, make sure the bacon is cooked. Prepare the vegetables, open the can of peas, strain through a sieve while rinsing with clean water, set aside.
- Heat olive oil or bacon grease in a large skillet. Add chopped onion, jalapeno, celery, saute until the onion looks transparent, add spices, omit the cayenne pepper if you don't want it too spicy.
- Add the cooked bacon, black eyed peas, and water. Cook again until completely cooked and this will take about 10 more minutes or 8 minutes.
Notes
- This is a great recipe to make as a side dish, or even as a main dish
- If you want to make it as a side dish, serve it with ham, or with beef. If making it as a main dish, serve it with cornbread, or with a salad.
