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Homemade Black-Eyed Peas Recipe

Discover how to prepare a delicious traditional Brazilian black-eyed peas dish, rich in flavor and perfect to accompany your meals. Easy to make!

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Homemade Black-Eyed Peas Recipe

Ingredients

1 kg black-eyed peas
1/2 kg fresh bacon
1/2 kg smoked calabresa sausage
1 large onion
1 bunch fresh parsley
1 bunch cilantro
1/2 kg medium cassava flour
Complete Bahian seasoning without pepper to taste
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste

Where to find ingredients

Black-eyed peas, fresh bacon, smoked calabresa sausage, onions, fresh parsley, cilantro, medium cassava flour, and seasonings can typically be found at most supermarkets and local markets.

Preparation method

  1. Cook the black-eyed peas in a pressure cooker for approximately 9 minutes after it starts to hiss, or until tender
  2. While the peas are cooking, chop the fresh bacon into small cubes
  3. Chop the onion, parsley, and cilantro
  4. Cut the calabresa sausage into slices or cubes
  5. In a separate pan, fry the bacon until golden and set aside
  6. In the same pan where the bacon was fried, fry the calabresa sausage and set aside
  7. In a large pot, add a little of the oil rendered from frying the bacon
  8. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent
  9. Add the chopped parsley and cilantro and sauté for another minute
  10. Add the Bahian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste, mixing well
  11. Drain the cooked peas and add them to the pot with the sautéed seasonings
  12. Stir gently to incorporate the seasonings into the peas
  13. Add the fried bacon and fried calabresa sausage to the pot with the peas
  14. Gradually add the cassava flour, mixing constantly, until a firm and homogeneous consistency is achieved
  15. Taste and adjust salt if necessary
  16. Serve the black-eyed peas hot

Observations

Black-eyed peas, also known as cowpeas, are a versatile and very popular ingredient in Brazilian cuisine, especially in the Northeast. This recipe features homemade and flavorful black-eyed peas, combined with bacon, calabresa sausage, and cassava flour, resulting in a hearty and aromatic dish. It's a fantastic option for those looking for a complete and comforting meal, ideal for everyday or special occasions.

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