15 Ways to Cook Black-Eyed Peas

Black-Eyed Peas with Pork and Greens

Pork is a traditional flavoring for black-eyed peas in Southern cooking, and this recipe uses three kinds for bold flavor. Don't forget to serve with a side of cornbread for sopping up the sauce!

Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing

If the thought of a salad makes you crinkle your nose, then maybe the words "Hot Bacon Dressing" can change your mind. Recipe creator Chef John says, "This spinach salad with black-eyed peas is a twist on one of my favorite culinary traditions: serving beans and greens on New Year's Day."

Black-Eyed Pea Pie

"One of the best recipes I've ever made and definitely a new tradition," says reviewer Tony09. "Sooooo delicious!"

Slow Cooker Spicy Black-Eyed Peas

The best part of this recipe, besides being a deliciously spicy dish, is that all you need to do is dump the ingredients in and let the slow cooker get to work.

Pico Black-Eyed Peas

"Pico de gallo and black-eyed peas are a surprising marriage of flavor that are meant for each other," says recipe creator Dannielle Randall.

Black-Eyed Pea Gumbo

Two Cajun favorites collide in this hearty dish. Black-eyed peas, veggies, and brown rice make it both filling and healthy.

Babi's Bean Salad

"Crisp, tangy and fresh. This bean salad is so scrumptious," says reviewer Ethereal.

Fried Black-Eye Peas

Fried patties are an excellent way to use up leftover black-eyed peas. Their crispy exterior gives way to a creamy exterior that's perfect for dipping in your favorite sauces.

Moroccan Black-Eyed Peas (Cowpeas)

Black-eyed peas and cowpeas are from the same legume family, with a similar taste and texture. Here they're used in a Moroccan-inspired dish that's great served over rice or couscous.

Lucky New Year's Black-Eyed Pea Stew

"This recipe is a wonderful combination of all things bringing good luck for the New Year. Black-eyed peas bring luck and the cabbage brings money," says recipe creator CRVGRL. "Eat this on New Years Day to bring luck all year long!"

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Italian Hot Turkey Sausage and Black-Eyed Peas

Reviewer Sugarplum says, "It made a very tasty meal...and clean-up was a breeze since it only dirtied up one pan to make this!"

Black-Eyed Pea Cabbage Salad

A filling twist on traditional coleslaw, this salad's dressing gets a boost of flavor from parsley, lemon juice, and green onions.

Vegetarian Hoppin' John

You don't need pork to enjoy black-eyed peas! This vegetarian version boasts all the flavor of the traditional, just without the meat.

Best Ever Cowboy Caviar

Black-eyed peas, corn, and pinto beans sit overnight in a tangy vinaigrette to create this flavorful dip. Serve with tortilla chips for scooping.

Spinach and Bean Casserole

"This was so good I almost ate half of it before dinner was even served," says reviewer RAZZAMATAZZ. "Don't be fooled by its simplicity, and don't leave out the fennel seed, as it really complements the flavor of the black-eyed peas and the spinach."