A culinary preparation that combines black-eyed peas, rice, and often pork, cooked within a slow cooker appliance, provides a convenient method for preparing a traditional Southern dish. The process typically involves combining the ingredients within the crock pot, adding liquid such as broth or water, and allowing the mixture to cook over a period of several hours, resulting in a flavorful and tender final product.
This slow-cooking approach offers several advantages, including hands-off cooking time, which allows for other meal preparation or activities. The extended cooking time enhances the melding of flavors and tenderizes tougher cuts of pork, if used. Traditionally associated with good luck and prosperity when consumed on New Year’s Day, the dish represents a significant cultural custom in the Southern United States. Its origins can be traced back to West African and Caribbean culinary traditions.
