New Year Hoppin' John Cakes

I had never heard of Hoppin' John before, but apparently it's Southern dish that's supposed to bring good luck in the new year. Pink found a recipe for a vegan version formed into little pan-fried cakes from Joanna Vaught. Pink described them as "brown rice, black-eyed peas and other goodies pan-fried with a kiss of peanut oil." They were tasty, and a great combo of crunchy on the outside / tender on the inside. It's going to be a great year!