Name: Instant Pot Spicy Southern Black Eyed Peas Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dry black eyed peas ((soaked for 30 minutes and drained before use)); 1 tsp avocado oil ((or any vegetable oil). For a version with no added oil, use 1/4 cup vegetable stock to saute.); 4 cloves garlic ((minced or crushed)); 1 large onion ((finely diced)); 2 green bell peppers ((diced)); 2 stalks celery ((finely chopped)); 1 tbsp tomato paste; 2 tsp thyme; 2 tsp Cajun seasoning; 2 roasted red bell peppers ((chopped)); 4 large crimini mushrooms ((finely diced)); 3 cups chopped kale; 2 tbsp soy sauce ((or tamari or liquid aminos. Skip for a soy-free version and just use more salt to your taste)); 3 cups vegetable stock; Salt and ground black pepper to taste; Parsley (optional, for seasoning)