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Black eye peas in a white bowl
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5 from 8 votes

Crockpot Black Eye Peas

These Crockpot Black Eye Peas are packed with a smokey, savory flavor thanks to the ham hock that simmers for hours with the peas.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time7 hours
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Crockpot, Slow cooker
Keyword: beans, new years
Servings: 8
Calories: 281kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of dry black eye peas
  • 1 ham hock
  • 1 ½ cup diced ham optional
  • 1 onion diced
  • 4 cups of chicken broth
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 ½ TBSP Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ TBSP of apple cider vinegar
  • 3-5 dashes of Tobasco hot sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Soak your peas overnight. Fill the bowl with about two inches of water on top of the peas since they will expand. If any float to the top you can discard them.
  • The next day, drain and rinse your peas.
  • Place your diced onions, peas, diced ham and ham hock into your crockpot.
  • Add your chicken broth, water, Worcestershire, vinegar, Tobasco, salt and pepper, and stir.
  • Place the lid on your crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Prep times does not include the overnight soaking time.

Nutrition

Calories: 281kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 792mg | Potassium: 830mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 28IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 6mg