Instant Pot Dry Black-Eyed Peas (No Soak)
Instant Pot black-eyed peas are a New Year’s Day staple, believed to bring good luck and prosperity in Southern tradition. This vegan recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients, delivering a smoky, savory flavor. Whether served as a side dish or a hearty meal, these creamy beans are the perfect way to start the coming year!
Servings: 6
Calories: 99kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried black-eyed peas rinsed and sorted
- 1/2 medium onion with the skin on red, white or yellow, not chopped but kept as a half
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable broth or broth of choice, or water (you can add 2 stock cubes)
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to the Instant pot.1 cup dried black-eyed peas, 1/2 medium onion with the skin on, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup vegetable broth, 2 cups water
- Pressure cook on high for 20 minutes, and allow the black-eyed peas to sit in the pot for 15 minutes before letting the steam out by flicking the seal to "venting".
- Carefully remove the lid and check on the black beans. Mine are always perfectly cooked at this point, but if your beans are sill a little hard, pop the lid back on and cook for an additional 10-20 minutes.
- Remove the onion and strain the excess liquid. This liquid can be used in soups, stews, and chili!
- Dig in and enjoy!
Notes
- No soaking needed: The Instant Pot does all the work, so skip the overnight soak!
- For softer beans: If you like extra tender peas, add 5 more minutes to the pressure cooking time.
- Save the broth: The leftover cooking liquid is packed with flavor—use it in soups, stews, or chili!
- Add more seasoning: Adjust salt, smoked paprika, or hot sauce to taste.
Storage instructions
- Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Let cool completely, then freeze in portioned containers for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Warm on the stovetop over low heat or microwave in 30-second intervals, adding a splash of water if needed.
- Repurpose: Use leftovers in soups, stews, or even a black-eyed pea salad!
Nutrition
Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 359mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 98IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg