If you like black-eyed peas, you will probably love purple hull peas! A southern grown delight, they are actually classified as a bean, are high in protein and fiber, and are raised here in Texas.
I found fresh frozen purple hull grown from Sides Pea Farm in Canton, Texas at Central Market.
A spoonful of sugar, onion, and a bit of bacon creates a masterful side dish or even a main since it does have a strong protein content. As much as I love black-eye peas, I would have to say that purple hulls are much tastier and prettier.
By using fresh frozen, the cooking time is only 45 minutes – and most of that is at a simmer.
I add cooked bacon after the boil. If using a small piece of salt pork, you’ll need to add with all other ingredients before the boil.
Fresh Texas Purple Hull Peas
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh frozen purple hull peas
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cups water
- 4 slices cooked and crumbled bacon
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium cooking pot. Bring to a rapid oil, Turn on low and cook for 40 minutes.Note - If using cooked bacon, I add after the boil. If using salt pork or uncooked bacon, add with other ingredients before boil.