Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas

This Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas recipe makes southern black eyed peas that are delicious, easy to prepare and full of flavor!

 

Black eyed peas from scratch are one of my favorite side dishes. They are so delicious and make a great addition to any meal. I love them with bacon or ham thrown in, but they are incredible prepared on their own, too!

With this recipe for Instant Blacked Eyed Peas, you can enjoy a classic southern side dish made from scratch without the fuss. This preparation method is so simple, but comes out perfectly every single time.

Using your Instant Pot, this take on southern blackeye peas will leave you speechless! The Instant Pot makes everything easy to prepare, and these black eyed peas are no exception. With just three simple ingredients, your Instant Pot, and two quick steps, you have a side dish fit for royalty. No need for standing over a hot stove or time stirring and stirring. No need for secret ingredients and long preparation time. These Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas are as yummy as they simple to prepare.

All you need for this recipe is a pound a black eyed peas, two teaspoons of salt, and six cups of water. Put all of your ingredients in the Instant Pot before closing the lid and turning the valve to Sealing position. Press the “Pressure Cook” or “Manual” button, then set the time to thirty minutes on High pressure. Your hands-on time is done! When the timer goes off, quick release the steam and your Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas are ready for the dinner table!

These black eyed peas are delicious served as is, but can also be spiced up with whatever variation sparks your fancy. Adding in bacon or ham is a great way to add some flair to this dish, or try cooking in chicken broth instead of water. They are perfect no matter which variation you try! These Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas are so delicious you will want to try every variation under the sun. Get super creative and come up with a variation of your own! I promise you are going to eat these peas up and enjoy this easy recipe over and over again!

Also, check out these Southern Instant Pot recipes:

• Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts
• Instant Pot Sweet Potato Pie
• Instant Pot Collard Greens
• Instant Pot Cornbread

If you like Instant Pot black eyed peas, you will also love these easy Instant Pot recipes:

• Instant Pot Pinto Beans – no soaking needed, just add a bag of dry beans, water and salt and press the button!
• Instant Pot Kidney Beans – Instant Pot is perfect for cooking any kind of beans, and these are no exception!
• Instant Pot Refried Beans – once you try homemade refried beans, you’ll never want the ones from the can! These are as good as in a restaurant!
• Instant Pot Lentil Soup – this soup is so filling and comforting! Just dump the ingredients in the Instant Pot and come back to a thick comforting soup, so good!
• Instant Pot Chili – this is the easiest chili ever!  Perfect for weeknight dinners!

Browse my whole collection of Instant Pot recipes – there is something there for everyone :)