Black Eyed Peas
Serves 1
Directions
- 1In a blender or food processor, combine the celery, green bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
- 2Blend until smooth, creating an aromatic puree.
- 3Set your Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and melt the butter with the avocado oil.
- 4Add the aromatic puree to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is fragrant and slightly reduced.
- 5Stir in the rinsed blackeyed peas and the seasoning blend.
- 6Continue sautéing for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 7Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring the peas are fully submerged.
- 8Nestle the smoked turkey drumstick and bay leaves into the pot.
- 9Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to “Sealing.”
- 10Cook on high pressure for 30 minutes.
- 11Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10-15 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- 12Open the lid and carefully remove the turkey drumstick.
- 13Shred the meat from the bone and return it to the pot, discarding the skin and bones.
- 14Stir well to combine.
- 15Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Ingredients
- 1 lb dried blackeyed peas
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 smoked turkey leg
- 3 bay leaves
- 0.5 stick butter
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 4 ribs celery
- 1 green bell pepper
- 0.5 white onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 0.5 tablespoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 tablespoon seasoned salt
- 0.5 teaspoon celery salt
- 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon granulated onion
- 0.5 tablespoon granulated garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
Equipment
blenderfood processorInstant Pot
Tips
- To enjoy hot with over rice with a piece of buttered cornbread for a traditional and delicious Southern meal!
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