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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 50 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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From The Essence of Emeril....Hoppin' John is a New Year's Southern Tradition:Black-Eyed Peas for good luck, ham or ham hock for good health, and the greens for financial success! I have tried several different recipes for this and so far, this is my favorite! I sometimes add chopped spinach or collard greens even though this particular recipe doesn't call for them, and it's so delish that way too! Happy New Year!! Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1 large ham hock |
1 cup onion, chopped |
1/2 cup celery, chopped |
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped |
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped |
1 lb black-eyed peas, soaked overnight and rinsed |
1 quart chicken stock |
bay leaf |
1 teaspoon dry thyme leaves |
salt |
black pepper |
cayenne |
3 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped |
3 cups white rice, steamed |
Directions:
1. Heat oil in a large soup pot, add the ham hock and sear on all sides for 4 minutes.
2. Add the onion, celery, green pepper, and garlic, cook for 4 minutes.
3. Add the black-eyed peas, stock, bay leaves, thyme, and seasonings.
4. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 40 minutes, or until the peas are creamy and tender, stir occasionally. If the liquid evaporates, add more water or stock.
5. Adjust seasonings, and garnish with green onions.
6. Serve over rice.
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