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what to do with left over black eyed peas

What to Do with Left Over Black Eyed Peas: 5 Tasty Ideas


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to creatively use leftover black-eyed peas in delicious dishes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups leftover black-eyed peas
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
  3. Add garlic and bell pepper, sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in black-eyed peas and cumin, cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables.
  • This can be served as a side or main dish.
  • Leftover peas can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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