Skip to main content

Garlicky Black-Pepper Prawns and Black-Eyed Peas

This garlicky black-pepper prawns and black-eyed peas dish is a sophisticated yet simple one-pan meal that balances bold flavours with wholesome ingredients. The combination of succulent prawns and earthy pulses creates a satisfying texture, while a hint of smoky bacon and aromatic thyme provides a deep, savoury base. It is a vibrant, colourful plate that feels indulgent while remaining surprisingly light and fresh.

As a diabetes-friendly recipe, this dish is naturally high in fibre and lean protein, making it an excellent choice for a balanced midweek dinner. The black-eyed peas provide slow-release energy, ensuring you stay full for longer without a sharp rise in blood sugar. Serve it on its own or with a side of steamed greens for a nutritious, homemade meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Poursuivre la lecture ci-dessous

Ingredients for Garlicky Black-Pepper Prawns and Black-Eyed Peas

  • 4 bacon slices

  • 4 spring onions, chopped

  • 1 medium carrot, finely chopped

  • 1 celery rib, finely chopped

  • 1/2 medium green pepper, chopped

  • 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped

  • 2 Turkish bay leaves or 1 California

  • 1 or 1 California

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1/8 teaspoons hot red-pepper flakes

  • 2 (425g) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

  • 425ml reduced-sodium chicken broth

  • 45ml extra-virgin olive oil

  • 450g large prawns, peeled and deveined

  • 3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped

  • 120ml dry white wine

How to make Garlicky Black-Pepper Prawns and Black-Eyed Peas

Cook bacon in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until browned but not crisp. Transfer bacon to a plate, then tear into small pieces.

Cook spring onions, carrot, celery, pepper, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, red-pepper flakes, 1/8 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoons pepper in fat in skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are pale golden, about 10 minutes. Add black-eyed peas and broth and simmer 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.

Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Season prawns with 1/4 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoons black pepper. Cook prawns with garlic, stirring occasionally, until just opaque (prawns will not be fully cooked), about 3 minutes. Add wine and bring to a boil, then briskly simmer 2 minutes. Add bacon and black-eyed-pea mixture and simmer until just heated through (mixture will be juicy). Discard bay leaves.

Clause de non-responsabilité

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Historique de l'article

Les informations contenues dans cette page ont été évaluées par des cliniciens qualifiés.

  • 16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

    Auteur: :

    UK recipe editors

    Examiné par des pairs

    UK recipe editors
Vérification de l'éligibilité à la grippe

Demandez, partagez, connectez-vous.

Parcourez les discussions, posez des questions et partagez vos expériences sur des centaines de sujets liés à la santé.

vérificateur de symptômes

Vous ne vous sentez pas bien ?

Évaluez gratuitement vos symptômes en ligne

Inscrivez-vous à la newsletter destinée aux patients

Votre dose hebdomadaire de conseils santé clairs et fiables, rédigés pour vous aider à vous sentir informé, confiant et maître de la situation.

Veuillez saisir une adresse e-mail valide.

En vous abonnant, vous acceptez notre politique de confidentialité. Vous pouvez vous désabonner à tout moment. Nous ne vendons jamais vos données.