Black Peas

Black peas, also called parched peas or maple peas form a traditional Lancashire dish served often on or around Bonfire Night.

The dish, popular in Rochdale, Oldham, Bury and Bolton, is made from the purple podded pea which is long soaked overnight and simmered to produce a type of mushy pea.

Black peas are traditionally eaten from a cup with salt and vinegar, and can be served hot or cold.