Instant Pot Black-Eyed Peas
Instant Pot Black-eyed Peas are a fantastic side dish for any southern meal. The Instant Pot makes them unbelievably tender and flavorful. Just top them with a sprinkle of paprika and serve.
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Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound dry black-eyed peas
- 32 oz chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 Tbsp shortening
- 1 Tbsp salt
- additional water for soaking peas
Directions
- Soak black-eyed peas in water overnight or "quick soak" them by putting black-eyed peas in a pot and covering with water. Then heat (covered) over high heat until boiling. Boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat and leave lid on the pot for 1 hour while peas soak. Drain well then rinse with cool water.
- Place black-eyed peas in inner pot of Instant Pot and add chicken broth, water, shortening, and salt.
- Cook on High Pressure for 30 minutes with pressure release valve set to Sealing. Allow pressure to natural release for at least 10 minutes then quick release.
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 grams
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