A flavorful and hearty dish featuring black-eyed peas simmered in a spiced tomato-based sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
Combine the tomato sauce, soy sauce, chili powder, ground coriander, molasses, and brown sugar in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
Mixing the sauce beforehand ensures even distribution of flavors.
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Sauté the chopped onion until golden brown.
Stir frequently to prevent the onion from burning.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Lower the heat slightly to avoid burning the garlic.
Stir in the diced green pepper and sliced scallions. Cook for 3 minutes until slightly softened.
Cut the vegetables into even pieces for uniform cooking.
Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and mix well. Simmer for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Add the cooked black-eyed peas to the pan. Stir to coat them in the sauce.
Ensure the peas are evenly coated with the sauce.
Cover the pan and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Check occasionally to ensure the sauce doesn't dry out.
Serve the dish warm, garnished with additional scallions if desired.
Pair with rice or bread for a complete meal.