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Poha with Veggies and Eggs

February 22, 2017
Poha with Veggies and Eggs Recipe | Fake Food Free

Am I the only person who didn’t know about poha? How did I miss this?

I feel like I have a basic knowledge of most cuisines, but as much as I enjoy Indian cuisine, poha completely slipped passed my radar. I first discovered it a little while back through Liana Krissoff’s Vegetarian for a New Generation. Her book contains a poha recipe and I was hooked immediately. 

Poha is a flattened white rice and when combined with spices, veggies, and eggs it’s like an Indian-inspired fried rice! There is something about it that I enjoy so much more than regular rice. Internet rumor has it that it’s easier to digest as well. But don’t take my word for that. I’ve just seen it around the web. 

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Buffalo Chicken and Rice Slow Cooker Casserole

October 22, 2015

Buffalo Chicken and Rice Slow Cooker Casserole Recipe | Fake Food Free
I rarely identify with the term comfort food. I think it’s because, unless you are force feeding me steamed broccoli or those crunchy fancy green beans, I consider all foods comforting. I may be partial to carbs, but a salad or spring roll can bring about as much comfort and nostalgia for me as mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie. 

But I get it, and if you wanted me to come up with some comfort foods, using the true sense of the word, one thing that comes to mind is the classic casserole. 

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Hoppin’ John: More Finds from South Carolina

April 8, 2011
Hoppin’ John (black-eyed peas and rice) | Fake Food Free

Is it too late to celebrate New Year’s?

I know I’m a bit behind with sharing a dish that traditionally brings in a new year, but I’m a late bloomer when it comes to this version of rice and beans. I think I’ve always known what it is, but I had never actually eaten it until I went to Charleston, South Carolina last month.

And what a place to have it considering it’s a well celebrated local dish in that area of the U.S. So as soon as I returned I picked up a bag of black-eyed peas. We have definitely hit spring now, but just a few days ago we were having perfect rice and beans weather so I decided to give it a try.

There are many, many recipes out there for Hoppin’ John so this one is an adaptation of several. I was incredibly pleased with the result. It’s lasted me several meals and last night I even turned it into a nacho dinner of sorts.

Hoppin’ John (black-eyed peas and rice) | Fake Food Free

I do have to admit that my husband didn’t care for it, but I’m pretty sure I nailed down the reasons. One – although no sugar is added it does have a bit of a sweet flavor which isn’t his cup of tea. Two – I like my beans to have a firm texture and he does not. So if you are in my camp as far as your preferences I have no doubt that you will love this hearty dish!

Hoppin’ John

Makes: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

2 cups black-eyed peas, soaked overnight, drained and rinsed
2 thick-cut slices pastured Heritage-breed bacon
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 bay leaf
1 ½ cups dry brown rice, cooked according to package directions
Chives for garnish

Prep

In a heavy sauce pot, heat the bacon over medium heat until the fat renders and becomes bubbly. Add the celery and onion, increase the heat to medium-high and cook for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add the garlic and cook an additional minute.

Stir in the oregano, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Add the drained black-eyed peas. Add enough water, to just barely cover the peas. Add the bay leaf.

Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer partially covered for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once the peas reach your desired tenderness, remove the pot from heat and remove the bay leaf.

Serve over brown rice, or stir in the brown rice into the pot before serving. Garnish with chopped chives. 

Hoppin’ John (black-eyed peas and rice) | Fake Food Free

 

Check out more Hoppin’ John recipes and variations from these blogs:
Simply Recipes
Taste of Beirut
Kalyn’s Kitchen
Southern Plate
A Year of Slow Cooking

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