Southern-style Hoppin' John

Southern-style Hoppin' John recipe videos

Hoppin' John is a classic Southern dish made from black-eyed peas cooked with rice, onions, and often smoked pork like bacon or ham hock. It is a staple of Southern American cuisine, particularly associated with New Year's Day celebrations for good luck.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced meal with a good mix of carbohydrates from the rice and peas, and protein from the peas and pork. A typical serving provides a substantial amount of fiber and key minerals like iron and potassium, with a calorie count generally ranging from 350 to 450 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	400 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	10 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	650 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Potassium	480 mg
Folate	180 mcg
Magnesium	85 mg
Zinc	2.8 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.5 mg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Manganese	1.2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Traditionally eaten on New Year's Day, Hoppin' John is believed to bring good fortune, with the peas representing coins and the greens (often served alongside) representing paper money. Its name has a debated origin, with some theories linking it to a man named John who hopped to the table to get his share.