Texas Caviar

9 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 16-ounce cans black-eyed peas
  • 4 scallions, green parts only, minced
  • 2 to 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup corn oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Round tortilla chips

Directions

  1. 1
    Drain the peas well, rinse under running water and drain again.
  2. 2
    Transfer to a bowl.
  3. 3
    Add the scallions, jalapenos and cilantro and toss to mix.
  4. 4
    Whisk together the oil, lime juice and vinegar and pour over the beans.
  5. 5
    Toss to coat.
  6. 6
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. 7
    Transfer to a large glass jar or airtight plastic container.
  8. 8
    Marinate the mixture for three to five days, turning the jar occasionally to mix the ingredients.
  9. 9
    To serve, spoon the peas into a shallow glass bowl.
  10. 10
    Serve with chips for scooping.

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