15-30 min8 servingsAmerican

Texas Caviar

By Urvashi Pitre

8 servings

15-30 min

Easy

Recipe Details

Course: Condiment

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 5 min

Cook Time: 10 min

Total Time: 15-30 min

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook

Cuisine: American

Diet: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

2 cups Water
1 cup dried blackeyed peas
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ancho chile powder
1 cup diced yellow onions
2 roma tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp minced jalapeño

Nope, not even a hint of caviar in this. This dish makes an appearance at most summer barbecues in Texas. The dressing doesn’t contain any mayonnaise, which makes it safer for picnics and barbecues where it might be sitting out for hours in the heat. The fresh vegetables lend a nice contrast to the creamy peas, and the tangy vinaigrette finishes it all off rather well.

INSTRUCTIONS

In the Instant Pot, combine the water and black-eyed peas.
Secure the lid on the pot. Close the pressure-release valve. Select MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK and set pot at HIGH pressure for 10 minutes. At the end of the cooking time, allow the pot to sit undisturbed until the pressure has released. Drain any excess water. Allow the peas to cool slightly.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and ancho chile powder (if using). Add the black-eyed peas, onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeño to the bowl. Stir gently to combine.
Taste and adjust the lemon juice, vinegar, and salt as needed. (Resist the urge to oversalt at this point, as the salad will get saltier as it sits.) Allow the salad to rest for 1 hour or so at room temperature before serving.

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About the chef

Urvashi Pitre

Urvashi Pitre is a renowned cookbook author, blogger, and tech enthusiast who specializes in creating recipes that bring people together. Her passion for food began in her childhood home, where meals were a shared experience of love and community. With a background in client services and entrepreneurial ventures, Pitre has written several highly-rated cookbooks, focusing on simplifying cooking with gadgets like the Instant Pot and air fryer. She’s celebrated for her ability to deliver delicious, easy-to-follow recipes for home cooks.

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