Black-Eyed Peas With Smoked Turkey (Print Version)

Tender peas and savory smoked turkey create this hearty Southern dish, perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Legumes and Vegetables

01 - 1 pound dried black-eyed peas, rinsed and sorted
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 2 celery stalks, chopped
04 - 1 large carrot, diced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 bay leaf

→ Meats

07 - 1 pound smoked turkey wings or drumsticks

→ Liquids

08 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
09 - 2 cups water

→ Seasonings

10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
13 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
14 - Salt to taste
15 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Garnish

16 - Chopped fresh parsley
17 - Hot sauce

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, carrot, and garlic. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.
02 - Add smoked turkey, black-eyed peas, bay leaf, smoked paprika, thyme, red pepper flakes, black pepper, broth, and water. Stir to combine.
03 - Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 60-75 minutes until black-eyed peas are tender and flavors are well developed. Skim foam as needed.
04 - Remove smoked turkey from the pot. Shred the meat from the bones, discarding skin and bones, and return the meat to the pot.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed. Remove bay leaf.
06 - Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a dash of hot sauce if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Nutritious: Packed with fiber and protein while remaining low in fat.
  • Ease of Preparation: A simple one-pot method that lets the stove do most of the work.
  • Flavorful: Smoked turkey creates a rich, complex broth that infuses the peas with incredible depth.
02 -
  • Label Check: Always double-check broth labels for potential gluten or hidden allergen content to ensure the dish remains gluten-free.
  • Flavor Boost: For even more intensity, consider adding a dash of liquid smoke during the final few minutes of simmering.
  • Make Ahead: This dish often tastes better the next day as the peas continue to absorb the smoky flavors of the turkey.
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