Black-Eyed Peas & Smoked Turkey Leg
Directions
- 1Rinse the peas in a colander to remove any dirt.
- 2Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight (or for 6-8 hours).
- 3Strain the peas and place them in a large pot the next day.
- 4Dice 1 green bell pepper.
- 5Dice 1 small yellow onion.
- 6In a skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- 7Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet.
- 8Add the diced bell pepper and onion to the skillet.
- 9Add 3 teaspoons of minced garlic to the skillet.
- 10Cook for 3 minutes.
- 11In a large pot, add 2 boxes of chicken broth.
- 12Add the chopped onion and bell pepper mixture to the pot.
- 13Combine 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika in a bowl.
- 14Add the spice mixture to the pot.
- 15Add 1 lb of smoked turkey legs or ham hock to the pot.
- 16Cover and cook for 1 1/2-2 hours.
- 17After 90 minutes, remove the turkey leg bone.
- 18Let it cook for another hour.
Ingredients
- Black-eyed peas
- 1 Green bell pepper
- 1 Small yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 3 teaspoons Minced garlic
- 2 boxes Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 lb Smoked turkey legs or ham hock
Equipment
ColanderLarge potKnifeSkilletWhiskLidTongsFork
Tips
- Black-eyed peas are a classic symbol of good luck, especially for prosperity in the New Year.