Tennessee Hopping John
Tennessee Hopping John is a hearty, flavorful dish combining black-eyed peas, salt pork, and rice, perfect for comfort food lovers and those seeking a soulful southern meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Wash the black-eyed peas and soak them overnight.
- Drain the soaked peas.
- Fry the salt pork, diced tomatoes, and chopped onion until well cooked.
- Add 2 1/2 pints of water, the drained peas, rice, and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook slowly in a covered pot for approximately 1 hour or until all the liquid has dried out.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
354
kcal
18% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
Under 400 cal
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).
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).