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Hoppin’ John

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Hoppin’ John is a classic Southern dish made with black-eyed peas, vegetables, and rice. Traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day for good luck, it’s hearty, flavorful, and comforting enough for any meal of the year.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups diced yellow onion

1 cup diced green bell pepper

1 cup diced celery

3 garlic cloves, chopped (about 1 tbsp)

1 tsp chopped fresh thyme

½ tsp black pepper

¼ tsp cayenne pepper

1 ½ tsp kosher salt, divided

5 cups chicken broth (low-sodium or homemade preferred)

1 lb black-eyed peas (fresh or frozen)

1 tbsp white vinegar

1 ½ cups long-grain rice, cooked according to package directions

Fresh scallions, for garnish

Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat a little oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in thyme, black pepper, cayenne, and 1 tsp of salt. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  3. Add chicken broth and black-eyed peas. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 35–40 minutes until peas are tender.
  4. Stir in vinegar and remaining salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Serve peas mixture over cooked rice. Garnish with scallions and parsley.

Notes

Swap chicken broth for vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.

Adjust heat with more cayenne or a dash of hot sauce.

Try brown rice or quinoa instead of white rice.

Mash some peas into the broth for a creamier texture.

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