Black-eyed beans are also known as Cow Peas and are popular in African, Indian, Chinese and Asian cooking. They can be eaten whole or made into a paste to thicken sauces. In the Southern United States they’re used in a dish called Hoppin’John, which consists of black-eyed beans, rice, bacon and onion. It’s traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day to ensure a prosperous year ahead.

Black Eyed Beans (1kg)
Black-eyed beans are also known as Cow Peas and are popular in African, Indian, Chinese and Asian cooking. They can be eaten whole or made into a paste to thicken sauces. In the Southern United States they’re used in a dish called Hoppin’John, which consists of black-eyed beans, rice, bacon and onion. It’s traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day to ensure a prosperous year ahead.
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