Hoppin’ John
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Hoppin’ John
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Hoppin' John, a Southern New Year's Eve tradition believed to bring good luck, gets a microwave makeover in this simple yet flavorful recipe. Black-eyed peas soak up the rich, brothy flavors while cooking in the microwave, and make for a great pairing with white rice, greens, and cornbread. This one-dish wonder allows you to cook them in the microwave infusing them with deep, savory notes. Embrace this easy, modern approach to a time-tested tradition.
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What You’ll Need
What You’ll Need
The Medium Deep Dish
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Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup (60g) bacon or ham steak, diced
- ¼ cup (30g) yellow onion, diced
- ¼ cup (30g) green bell pepper, diced
- ½ celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- ½ tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- ¼ cup (60 ml) chicken stock
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- Cooked white rice, for serving (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Preparation
- Add all the ingredients to Anyday dish and stir to combine. Cover with lid (knob lifted).
- Cook in the microwave 6 minutes, or until the veggies are tender and the beans are heated through. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools.
- Serve hot over white rice. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serving suggestions & tips
- Serve over cooked white rice or alongside collard greens.
- Add some chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- You can swap the black-eyed peas for your bean of choice.
- Top with a poached egg for an original twist.
Recipe notes
- This recipe works with any canned beans of your choice.
- Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed
