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Slow-cooked black-eyed peas with Andouille sausage and rice in a bowl

Slow-Cooked Black-Eyed Peas with Andouille Sausage and Rice

A hearty and comforting dish of slow-cooked black-eyed peas infused with smoky andouille sausage, perfect for family gatherings and cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound dried black-eyed peas, rinsed and sorted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper (any color), diced
  • 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced (or use smoked turkey sausage for a lighter option)
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (for serving)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper, sautéing until they’re soft and fragrant; this should take about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the sliced andouille sausage to the skillet, letting it brown for a few minutes to bring out its smoky goodness.
  3. Transfer everything into a slow cooker. Add the black-eyed peas, broth, smoked paprika, thyme, bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper. Stir to ensure the peas are submerged in liquid.
Cooking
  1. Set your slow cooker on low and let it cook for 6-8 hours. Alternatively, for a quicker option, cook on high for about 3-4 hours.
  2. Once cooking time is up, remove the bay leaf, taste for seasoning, and add more salt or pepper if necessary.
  3. Serve the black-eyed peas over a generous scoop of rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 2g

Notes

For variation, you can add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper for a little kick. For a vegetarian option, swap the andouille sausage for smoked tempeh or mushrooms.

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