Legume
Black-Eyed Pea
About This Entry
Black-eyed peas define Southern cooking, from Hoppin' John to simple stewed pots seasoned with smoked pork — that smoky, savory profile calls for the bold red-fruit intensity of Zinfandel.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- black pepper
- onion
- pigeon pea
- pork loin
- rice
At a Glance
Group
Peas
Classification
Legumes
Usage intensity
primary
Scientific name
Vigna unguiculata
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Black-Eyed Pea
- Classification
- Legumes
- Group
- Peas
- Scientific name
- Vigna unguiculata
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- primary