Vegan Black Eyed Peas (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Core Components
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1/4 cup cooking oil
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1 mid-size yellow onion, chopped
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1 big red bell pepper, chopped
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1 jalapeño, seeds taken out and chopped (if you want)
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1 cup chopped celery
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3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 pound dry black eyed peas, checked, washed, and soaked overnight
→ Flavoring & Liquid
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6 cups vegetable broth (or 6 cups water with 6 teaspoons veggie paste, or 2 bouillon squares)
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1 big bay leaf
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1 teaspoon dried thyme and/or oregano (if you want)
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2 teaspoons smoky paprika
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1 tablespoon liquid smoke
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
# Preparation Steps:
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Warm oil in a big dutch oven on medium-high. Toss in onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, celery, and garlic. Cook till onion gets clear, around 3 minutes.
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Put in black-eyed peas, vegetable broth, and bay leaf. Cover and let it bubble lightly. Turn down to medium-low and cook about 40 minutes, till peas get soft and liquid thickens.
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Mix in smoky paprika, liquid smoke, soy sauce, pepper, and cayenne. Take off heat and let it sit a bit before you eat.
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Eat it hot alongside collard greens and rice or cornbread.
# Additional Tips:
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Found in Sweet Potato Soul cookbook
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Works in both Dutch oven or Instant Pot
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Great for New Year's Day tradition