Black eyed beans have a delicious nutty, earthy flavour and a texture that's soft yet firm.
Cook them in a stock or broth to give them a flavour boost, then add them to anything from salads to stir-fries to soups. They work wonderfully in a range of Caribbean- and Creole-style rice dishes.
To create a delicious and highly nutritious meal. Place beans in a pot; cover with fresh water and bring to a boil. Add 1 tsp of Coconut Oil and salt to taste. Reduce heat, cover and simmer gently until beans are tender but firm. These beans will cook within 30 minutes to 1 hour. Periodically, try a taste test or mash a bean against the side of the pot with a fork or spoon, to see if cooked.
OR TRY THIS:
SOUP: cook and add as a filler or topping to your soups and salads
CURRY: blend with other ingredients to make rich curries
FRITTERS: these beans can be used to make tasty kebab, fritters
HUMMUS: Add mashed cooked black-eyed peas to homemade hummus.
DID YOU KNOW
SOAK FIRST: soak dry beans in water for at least 2-4 hours, to help speed up the cooking process, and for easier digestion.
MINERAL RICH: contains high amounts of iron, calcium, magnesium, selenium, zinc, copper, phosphorus, and polyphenols.
WEIGHT LOSS: The dietary fiber in black eyed beans gives a great sense of satiety. Helping you feel fuller for longer.
SKIN HEALTH: high in protein, zinc, vitamins A and C, which supports collagen synthesis and accelerates skin repair.
