Hoppin’ John – Cajun Black Eyes Peas & Rice

This recipe was created by HSUS’s expert chefs and approved by HSUS’s team of registered dietitians. It was specifically designed for college & university food service.

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Servings: 10

Serving Size: 4 ounces

Ingredients

1 pound Black-eyed peas, dry
1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
½ cup Onion, chopped
1 tablespoon Garlic, minced
2 quarts Vegetable broth
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 – 15 ounce can Stewed tomatoes, canned
2 cups Cooked rice, preferably brown

Preparation

1. Rinse dry black-eyed peas.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a 4-quart pot.
3. Add onion and garlic. Sauté for 2 minutes.
4. Add dry black-eyed peas, Cajun seasoning and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil. Cover and lower to medium heat but, continue to boil. Cook until tender, ensuring there is liquid left in the black-eyed peas.
5. Add stewed tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Mix cooked rice and black-eyed pea mixture together. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Nutrition information

Calories: 236 Total Fat: 2.4g Saturated Fat: 0.3g Monounsaturated Fat: 1g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.8g Trans Fat: 0g Cholesterol: 0mg Carbohydrate: 43g Fiber: 7g Total Sugar: 5g Protein: 12g Sodium: 490mg Vitamin A: 5μg Vitamin C: 5mg Calcium: 88mg Iron: 5mg Folate: 292μg