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This instant pot black eyed peas recipe uses delicious vegetables and spices to bring in some flavor for the New Year! This vegan black-eyed peas recipe requires no soaking and includes fresh carrots, celery, bell pepper, and onion. Top it with rice or crusty bread to make a holiday meal, or use it alone as a side dish!
Table of contents
What You'll Need for this Vegan Black-eyed Peas Recipe:
Ingredients:
- Olive Oil
- Carrots
- Celery
- Onion
- Bell Pepper (I used red)
- Garlic cloves
- Bay Leaves
- Ground cumin and smoked paprika
- Dried Thyme
- Dried Black Eyed Peas
- Vegetable Broth (or other broth of your choice)
- Liquid Smoke (optional)
- Salt and Pepper
- Spinach leaves (optional)
Equipment:
- Instant Pot
- Mesh Strainer
- Chef's knife
How to Make Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas:
This dish is all made in one pot, the instant pot! If you do not have a pressure cooker, the peas can also be made on the stovetop or slow cooker.
The first step is to cook the vegetables in the instant pot's saute mode for about 2-3 minutes. Then, add the garlic and spices for an additional minute. Add the remaining ingredients, place the instant pot in the sealing position, and set it for high pressure for 10 minutes.
Lastly, let the black-eyed peas cook under the natural release for 10-15 minutes then release the remaining pressure (be cautious when doing this). If you want baby spinach or chopped leafy greens, add them in and stir. Let wilt for about a minute while the peas cool down.
Top the peas over a rice bowl or pair it with tasty bread.
When prepping the dried peas, rinse in a mesh strainer and sort out any rocks if you find any (not fun biting into a tiny rock!).
How to Store it:
These instant pot black eyed peas can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or in the freezer for 3-6 months. They make wonderful leftovers and are an excellent idea for meal prep!
Variations:
This instant pot black eyed peas recipe is vegan and gluten-free! Liquid smoke adds the smoky flavor that most meat-containing versions use (including ham hock or bacon).
If you prefer a soupier version, you can use 8 cups of broth for the 1 pound of black-eyed peas.
If you want to halve the recipe, use 1 cup of dried peas for every 3-4 cups liquid. Do not adjust the cooking time, it will be the same in either quantity.
Hope you enjoy this simple and delicious black-eyed peas recipe! Please feel free to leave any questions or comments below!
PrintInstant Pot Black Eyed Peas
Instant pot black eyed peas recipe that is vegan and gluten-free! Using fresh veggies and spices this vegan black-eyed peas recipe is sure to bring in the flavor this New Year!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery sticks, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons cumin, ground
2 teaspoons smoked paprika, ground
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pound dried black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
6 cups vegetable broth (low sodium)
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Set the instant pot to saute mode and heat the olive oil. Saute the onion, carrots, celery, and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic , thyme, and spices and cook for 1 minute.
Add the remaining ingredients. Set the instant pot on manual for 10 minutes (on high pressure). Keep the instant pot in the "sealing" position when locked. Then let the black-eyed peas cook on the natural release for 10-15 minutes and vent the remaining pressure (please use caution).
Top the black-eyed peas over rice and/or serve with crusty bread for a meal, or serve alone as a tasty side dish!
Notes
For a soupier version, use 8 cups of broth. This recipe is gluten-free and vegan!
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The holiday season will soon be here! I hope you enjoy this flavorful and vegan version of these tasty black-eyed peas! Wishing you joy and good health for the New Year!
XOXO Bunny
Rebecca
Great recipe. Any tips for freezing leftovers?
Katie Pfeffer MS, RD
Thank you! You can store in an airtight container for up to 3 months in the freezer. Enjoy!