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Savory Smoky Black-Eyed Peas and Collard Greens Recipe

Savory Smoky Black-Eyed Peas and Collard Greens Delight made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried black-eyed peas
  • 4 cups collard greens washed and chopped
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Soak the black-eyed peas overnight in plenty of water.
  2. Drain and rinse the soaked black-eyed peas before cooking them.
  3. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add onions to sauté until translucent.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Stir in the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black-eyed peas; cook for another couple of minutes.
  6. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, and cover the pot.
  7. After 35-40 minutes, check if the peas are tender; then add the chopped collard greens.
  8. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until the collard greens are tender but still vibrant and season with salt and pepper to taste.