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  • January 31, 2024 1 min read

    This is the most traditional of all field pea recipes. So simple and yet by far the tastiest pea dish we've ever made. 

    CAROLINA CONCH PEA

    carolina conch pea

    The Conch Pea is one of more than 50 varieties of cowpea, or field pea identified in the Southern US. The first cowpeas were brought to this country in the 1600s by enslaved people from West Africa and quickly became a staple of the South. The Conch Pea, one of many variety often called "lady peas" first appeared in the late 19th century in the St. John’s River region of north Florida, likely having arrived from the West Indies. This cream pea is similar to varieties such as "lady peas", a white pea with a pale eye. Cooked, conch peas are noted for their creamy texture and delicate flavor, making them popular among Southern cooks. They are ideal for soups and stews, adding just the right amount of flavor without overpowering other ingredients.

     

     

     

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