Black-Eyed Pea Dip – Immaculate Bites

Why We Offer Black Eyed Bean Dip

Honestly, this black-eyed pea dip recipe is the perfect appetizer for any event. In the South, black-eyed peas are considered to bring good luck and prosperity in the new year, which is why they are most popular on New Year’s Day. I love to bring it all year long.☺️

recipe ingredients

1. Black Eyed Peas – You can use canned or home-cooked cowpeas for this great recipe.
2. cheese – Cream and cheddar cheese make this dip super rich. Dairy-free subs also work.
3. sour cream – Sour cream calms down the heat a bit and gives this dip just the right amount of tartness. But you can use plant-based sour cream if you prefer.
4. spices – Creole seasoning, fresh sautéed garlic, onion and scallions add a layer of flavor and a little kick. 🔥
5. grape tomato – This garnish adds color and balances creaminess and acidity.

How to make black eyed bean dip

prepare the dip

• pea preparation – Drain the black-eyed peas, place them in a large bowl, and set aside.
• sautéed vegetables – Heat the butter in a frying pan over medium heat and add the chopped onion, garlic and green onion. Sauté for about 3 minutes or until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
• season – Remove from heat and add to a bowl of black-eyed peas along with Creole seasoning, salt and black pepper.
• assemble – Lightly crush the beans. Stir in cream cheese and grated cheese. Please adjust the seasoning to your liking.
• final stretch – Then scoop the mixture into a 2-quart baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.

bake the dip

• bake the dip 20 to 25 minutes or until heated and sides are bubbly.
• garnish – Finally, remove the dip from the oven and top with chopped tomatoes and green onions.
• serve Warm up with tortilla chips and enjoy!

recipe variations

1. Honestly, this recipe works with just about any bean, so feel free to swap out one or both cans of black-eyed peas for black beans, pinto beans, or whatever else you like.
2. You can also customize this dip by adding corn, red peppers, fresh lime juice, other cheeses, or any other ingredients you love to taste in your dip.

tips and tricks

1. Drain the canned cowpeas well for this recipe, as too much liquid will make them runny.
2. If you want to bake this dip and take it somewhere else, try using a cast iron skillet. Helps keep dips warm on the way to a party. Another option is to transfer the dip to a small crockpot set to warm.

advance instructions

Assemble the dip, top with shredded cheese, cover, and refrigerate the day before. The next day, remove the dish from the refrigerator and allow it to warm slightly while preheating the oven, then bake as directed. .

How to eat and store

Heat up this black-eyed pea dip recipe and enjoy it in your favorite ladle (my homemade tortilla chips) for the best taste.

Store leftover dip in an airtight container and refrigerate. 3-5 daysReheat in oven or microwave.

it should last Three months If you decide freezing Leftover black eyed pea dip. However, since it contains cheese, please stir well after thawing in the microwave or oven.

FAQ

Compatibility with black-eyed soybean dip

Well, homemade tortilla chips are the bomb for this dip! You can also make homemade pita chips or plantain chips.

As for drinks, I love hot and spicy dips served with cold margaritas, either traditional margaritas or something a little more tropical like mango or passion fruit margaritas, and they wash this dip down beautifully.

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Conclusion

Now you know how to make probably my favorite bean dip recipe. Do you have similar home recipes? If so, drop in your best tips and tricks in the comment box below! I always love hearing (and learning) from all of my home cook friends.

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