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Sea Island Red Peas
800
$8.00
Unit price perSea Island Red Peas have a flavor profile that’s rich, earthy, and deeply savory, with a subtle nutty sweetness. When cooked, their texture is tender but slightly firm, offering a pleasant bite that holds up well in stews, soups, and rice dishes. The flavor is often described as robust and hearty, carrying hints of smokiness and a mild, natural sweetness that complements spices without being overpowering. Compared to standard red beans, Sea Island Red Peas have a more pronounced, almost buttery depth, with an earthy undertone that evokes traditional Southern and Caribbean cooking.
They pair beautifully with aromatics like onions, garlic, thyme, and smoked meats, absorbing flavors while maintaining their own distinctive, slightly earthy character. The overall taste experience is comforting, full-bodied, and rich in umami, making them a versatile choice for both simple and complex dishes.
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Flavor Profile
Our Sea Island Red Peas have an earthy, buttery essence, with a gentle, natural sweetness that lingers on the tongue. Each tender bite carries a deep, savory warmth, like a slow-cooked stew kissed with smoke and spice.
Color
red
Weight & Dimensions
1.5 lbs • 10.5 x 5.25 x 3 in
Sea Island Red Peas
800
$8.00
Unit price perEstimated delivery between September 16 and September 18.
Sea Island Red Peas have a flavor profile that’s rich, earthy, and deeply savory, with a subtle nutty sweetness. When cooked, their texture is tender but slightly firm, offering a pleasant bite that holds up well in stews, soups, and rice dishes. The flavor is often described as robust and hearty, carrying hints of smokiness and a mild, natural sweetness that complements spices without being overpowering. Compared to standard red beans, Sea Island Red Peas have a more pronounced, almost buttery depth, with an earthy undertone that evokes traditional Southern and Caribbean cooking.
They pair beautifully with aromatics like onions, garlic, thyme, and smoked meats, absorbing flavors while maintaining their own distinctive, slightly earthy character. The overall taste experience is comforting, full-bodied, and rich in umami, making them a versatile choice for both simple and complex dishes.
click here for easy recipe
Flavor Profile
Our Sea Island Red Peas have an earthy, buttery essence, with a gentle, natural sweetness that lingers on the tongue. Each tender bite carries a deep, savory warmth, like a slow-cooked stew kissed with smoke and spice.
Color
red
Weight & Dimensions
1.5 lbs • 10.5 x 5.25 x 3 in
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by ColoredByte on Aug 25 2025
Ingredients List
4 cups Vegetable Stock (you can replace some or all or this with an equal amount of rough chopped tomatoes)
1 cup Marsh Hen Mill Sea Island Red Peas
1/2 Cup rough chopped tomatoes
2 ounces bacon, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 small garlic clove
Combine all the ingredients except the salt in the pressure
2 fresh bay leaves (optional)
5 thyme sprigs (optional)
Kosher salt
Directions
Soak peas overnight, then drain and rinse.
Combine all the ingredients in the pressure cooker except for the salt.
Lock the Lid and cook on High for 15 minutes (increase time slightly if you like your beans a bit softer)
Let sit for 10 additional minutes before carefully releasing steam.
Drain the peas saving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid and discard garlic, bay leaves and thyme sprigs.
Season with salt and serve.
Serves 4 as a side.
by ColoredByte on Aug 25 2025
Black-eyed peas, simmered with a ham bone, are a traditional New Year's Day meal.
Prep Time 10 minutesCook Time 2 hoursTotal Time 2 hours 10 minutesServings 6 servings
Ingredients List
1 pound dried black-eyed peas
1 ham bone, ham hock or ham seasoning packet
salt
Directions
Wash the dried beans and sort through them, removing any sediment.
Place the beans in a pot and cover with water. Soak overnight.
Prior to cooking, drain and rinse the beans.
Return beans to pot and cover with water. Add a ham bone, ham hock, fatback or other pork for flavoring.
Season with salt and pepper, about 1 teaspoon each.
Bring beans to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer covered for 1 ½ to 2 hours, until beans are tender.
by ColoredByte on Aug 25 2025
Refried Beans aren't exactly what comes to mind when you think of Southern Food. One of the great things, however, about supporting local farmers is that it forces you to get creative with what's available. Although similar, peas are found much more abundantly in the south than their bean counterpart. That’s why we’ve developed this easy refried red pea recipe to impress your friends on Taco Tuesday!
Ingredients List
2 cups Marsh Hen Mills Red Peas
1 small yellow onion
6 cups broth (I’m using chicken broth but use whatever you have)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1.5 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp chili powder
½ cup lime juice
Directions
First, put your red peas in a large bowl and submerge them in water. You want the water to come over the peas a few inches because some of the water will be absorbed. Cover with a dish towel and leave to soak overnight.
The next day, drain the peas.
Saute onion, garlic, and spices.
In a large pot, combine your sauteed onion mixture with the peas & broth.
Let simmer for 1-2 hours or until the beans are fully cooked and tender.
Using a potato masher, mash the beans until you’ve reached your desired consistency.
Add salt & lime juice to taste. Serve hot.
Enjoy!
Recipe courtesy of Charleston Chef Service.
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