Tijuana Hoppin John Crock Pot Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful twist on the classic Hoppin' John, this Tijuana-inspired slow cooker recipe delivers tender peas and fluffy rice in a spicy, smoky chipotle sauce. Inspired by the Sunset Crockery Cookbook, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual gathering. Get ready for a taste of Southwestern sunshine!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 690 mins
Calories 261 kcal
Protein 30g
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Ingredients for Tijuana Hoppin John Crock Pot

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How to Make Tijuana Hoppin John Crock Pot

  1. Rinse 1 cup dried black-eyed peas and pick out any debris.
  2. In a large pot, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil over high heat.
  3. Add the rinsed black-eyed peas.
  4. Return to a boil, then boil uncovered for 2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour.
  6. Drain the peas thoroughly, rinsing well to remove any skins.
  7. In a 3 1/2-quart or larger slow cooker, combine 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 4 ounces canned green chiles (chopped), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce (finely chopped).
  8. Add the drained black-eyed peas to the slow cooker.
  9. Pour in 3 cups of water.
  10. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until peas are tender but still hold their shape.
  11. Remove and discard the chipotle chile.
  12. Stir in 1 cup long-grain rice and 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained).
  13. Increase the slow cooker setting to high.
  14. Cover and cook for 20-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
  15. Season to taste with salt.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

1g

Carbs

16g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tijuana Hoppin John Crock Pot?

Tijuana Hoppin John Crock Pot takes about 710 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 690 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tijuana Hoppin John Crock Pot?

Tijuana Hoppin John Crock Pot has approximately 261 calories per serving, with about 30 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tijuana Hoppin John Crock Pot?

The key ingredients for Tijuana Hoppin John Crock Pot are Dried Black Eyed Peas, Water, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Diced Green Chilies, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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