Black-Eyed Peas and Tomatoes With Sauteed Plantains(Or Bananas)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 13
Tasty Black-Eyed Peas and Tomatoes With Sauteed Plantains(Or Bananas)
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Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil ( or canola oil )
1 onion , thinly sliced
1 garlic clove , finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can crushed tomatoes
1 can black-eyed peas , rinsed and drained
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon butter
1 large ripe plantain , halved lengthwise and cut into chunks ( or 2 firm bananas )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
254
Sugar
20g
Fat
7g
Black-eyed peas and Tomatoes with Sauteed Plantains (or Bananas) is a popular recipe in the southern states of the US. An inexpensive, one-pot meal, bursting with flavors and textures, is ideal for an energy boost after a long day at work, ready in under 30 minutes. The ripe plantains or bananas are caramelized during frying, which enhances the dish's flavor. This recipe is perfect on meatless Mondays and can serve as an accompaniment to rice and cornbread.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add onions and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
3.Add ginger and cayenne pepper to the pan and stir for another 20 seconds.
4.Add in the can of crushed tomatoes and bring to simmer.
5.Add in the black-eyed peas, stirring gently to combine, then add salt to taste.
6.Drop in the butter on top of the beans
7.Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add butter. Once hot, add the plantains or bananas to the skillet and stir occasionally until browned and softened, about 5-7 minutes.
8.Serve the black-eyed peas on a plate with the sautéed plantains or bananas on top.

PROS

Black-eyed peas and plantains/bananas are packed with vitamins and minerals like iron, fiber, magnesium, and potassium, making it a healthy and tasty water-soluble dish.

CONS

It is labor-intensive, requiring lengthy cooking time and chopping.
The texture of Plantains/bananas sometimes gets mushy and loses its shape.
It is also high on carb content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The combination of black-eyed peas and plantains/bananas make this dish highly nutritious and beneficial for one’s cardiovascular, digestive and immune system. The soluble fiber from black-eyed peas can help lower cholesterol levels, and the potassium from plantains/bananas can help regulate blood pressure. Besides, it is also gluten-free and vegan/vegetarian-friendly.

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