Smoked Sausage With Black-Eyed Peas
Savory smoked sausage with seasoned black-eyed peas offers hearty comfort, rich flavors, and a touch of spice—perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 16 oz. dried black-eyed peas ⓘ
- 1/2 lb. salt pork ⓘ
- 3 c. chopped onions ⓘ
- 1 bunch green onions ⓘ
- 1 c. parsley ⓘ
- 2 cloves garlic ⓘ
- 1 to 1 1/2 tsp. salt ⓘ
- 1 tsp. red pepper ⓘ
- 3 dashes hot sauce
- 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce ⓘ
- 8 oz. tomato sauce ⓘ
- 1/4 tsp. oregano ⓘ
- 1/4 tsp. thyme ⓘ
- 2 lb. smoked sausage ⓘ
Instructions
- Soak the black-eyed peas overnight in water.
- Add salt pork to the peas, cover with water, and cook over low heat for 45 minutes.
- Add chopped onions, green onions, parsley, garlic, salt, red pepper, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, oregano, and thyme to the peas and salt pork.
- Cover and cook over low heat for 45 minutes.
- Add the smoked sausage cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Continue cooking over low heat for another 45 minutes.
- Serve the smoked sausage and black-eyed peas over rice. Great with French bread and salad.
Tips & Substitutions
For a smoky flavor, consider adding a few slices of smoked bacon along with the salt pork. If you prefer a vegetarian option, omit the meat and use vegetable broth instead. You can also substitute black-eyed peas with canned peas—just reduce the cooking time accordingly. Fresh herbs like thyme and oregano elevate the dish, so don't skip them!
Serving Suggestions
Serve the smoked sausage and black-eyed peas over fluffy rice for a hearty meal. Pair it with a light salad, such as Heavenly Seven-Layer Salad, for a refreshing contrast. French bread is also a great accompaniment to soak up the flavorful broth. This dish is perfect for gatherings and can be made in larger quantities easily.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, simply place in a saucepan over medium heat, adding a splash of water if necessary to prevent sticking. You can also microwave it in a covered dish, stirring occasionally until heated through.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Smoked Sausage With Black-Eyed Peas contains roughly 436 calories, with 15g protein, 89g carbohydrates, and 12g fat. It is an excellent source of iron (213% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (152% of the Daily Value), and vitamin C (126% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1537mg per serving (67% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I adjust the spice level in this dish?
To adjust the spice level, you can increase or decrease the amount of red pepper and hot sauce according to your taste. For a milder version, start with a smaller amount and add more gradually as needed.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).