Lady Peas with Salt Pork and Rice

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Lady Peas with Salt Pork and Rice
45 min.
4
381kcal

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If you’re looking to elevate your side dish game, look no further than this delightful recipe for Lady Peas with Salt Pork and Rice. This dish brings together the tender sweetness of fresh lady peas or the heartiness of black-eye peas with the rich flavor of salt pork, creating a comforting and satisfying experience for your taste buds. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences without sacrificing flavor.

The cooking process is both straightforward and rewarding. You’ll start by rendering the luscious fat from salt pork, which not only enhances the dish’s flavor but also adds a crispy texture that beautifully contrasts with the creamy softness of the peas. With the aromatic medley of sautéed garlic and onion, your kitchen will fill with inviting scents as this dish simmers on the stove.

This recipe is designed to be enjoyed in just 45 minutes, making it an excellent option for a weeknight meal or a special gathering. Serve it over fluffy rice, and don’t forget to sprinkle the crispy salt pork on top for that extra crunch. With only 381 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that everyone will love. Dive into this culinary delight and experience the flavor that these simple yet exquisite ingredients can create!

Ingredients

  • cups black-eye peas fresh frozen shelled thaw ( 4 lb in shells) (1 lb; do not )
  •  garlic cloves finely chopped
  • medium onion finely chopped
  • servings accompaniment: rice 
  • 0.3 lb salt pork dry rinsed
  • 0.3 cup scallion greens thinly sliced
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Cut off and discard any skin from salt pork, then cut salt pork into 1/3-inch pieces. Cook in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until most of fat is rendered and pork is golden and crisp, 6 to 8 minutes.
  2. Transfer pork with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  3. Pour off all but about 1 tablespoon fat from saucepan, then cook onion in fat over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  5. Stir in peas and water and simmer, uncovered, until tender, 30 to 35 minutes. Stir in scallions and salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve peas over rice and sprinkle with salt pork.

Nutrition Facts

Calories381kcal
Protein12.47%
Fat55.16%
Carbs32.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.8
Glycemic Load
8.82
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.756086924802%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
6.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:380.58kcal
19.03%
Fat:23.56g
36.24%
Saturated Fat:8.52g
53.27%
Carbohydrates:31.1g
10.37%
Net Carbohydrates:22.04g
8.02%
Sugar:5.58g
6.21%
Cholesterol:24.38mg
8.13%
Sodium:777.34mg
33.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.99g
23.97%
Folate:277.95µg
69.49%
Fiber:9.06g
36.24%
Manganese:0.7mg
34.78%
Phosphorus:229.71mg
22.97%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.75%
Copper:0.41mg
20.54%
Iron:3.55mg
19.7%
Magnesium:76.75mg
19.19%
Vitamin K:15.27µg
14.54%
Zinc:2.04mg
13.58%
Potassium:441.9mg
12.63%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.44%
Selenium:5.41µg
7.73%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.46%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.05%
Vitamin B3:1.19mg
5.95%
Calcium:51.8mg
5.18%
Vitamin C:4.19mg
5.08%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.69%
Vitamin A:82.35IU
1.65%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.37%
Source:Epicurious