Hoppin John Over Rice Recipe
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Description
Hoppin John over rice is a classic Southern dish made with black-eyed peas, rice, and bacon or ham hock. It is typically served on New Year's Day for good luck, but it is also a delicious and hearty meal any time of the year. This recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor, making it the perfect comfort food.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is approximately 10-15 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is approximately 45 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 pound black-eyed peas
- 6 cups water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound bacon or ham hock
- 3 cups cooked rice
Equipment
- Large pot
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon
Method
- Rinse the black-eyed peas and place them in a large pot with 6 cups of water.
- Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, minced garlic, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
- Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add the bacon or ham hock to the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
- Remove the bacon or ham hock from the pot and chop it into small pieces.
- Return the chopped bacon or ham hock to the pot and stir to combine.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Divide the rice into bowls and ladle the hoppin john over the rice.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Hoppin John over rice can be made ahead of time and reheated. It also freezes well, so it's a great meal prep option. For a vegetarian version, simply omit the bacon or ham hock and use vegetable broth instead of water.Nutrition Info
- Calories: 384
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 22mg
- Sodium: 1015mg
- Potassium: 798mg
- Fiber: 8g
- Sugar: 3g
- Vitamin A: 157IU
- Vitamin C: 18mg
- Calcium: 68mg
- Iron: 4mg
Recipe Tips
- For a smoky flavor, use smoked bacon or add a teaspoon of liquid smoke to the pot.
- If you don't have black-eyed peas, you can use any type of bean or legume instead.
- For a spicier version, add a chopped jalapeno or red pepper flakes to the pot.
- Serve with cornbread for a classic Southern meal.
Enjoy this delicious and comforting hoppin john over rice recipe any time of the year!
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