Texas Caviar Recipe Courtesy The Neelys Recipe 455

TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• Combine the vinegar, oil, water, sugar, salt and pepper in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk together and simmer for 3 minutes then remove from the heat. Set aside to cool.
• Meanwhile, combine the black-eyed peas, black beans and corn in a large bowl. Add the onion, bell peppers and jalapeno, then pour in the dressing and stir until well combined.
• Serve the Texas caviar immediately with tortilla chips or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

BEST-EVER TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• Mix the black beans, pinto beans, white corn, green chiles, jalapeno pepper, red and green bell peppers, red onion, and cilantro together in a large bowl.
• To make the dressing, stir the rice vinegar, olive oil, sugar, and garlic powder together in a pan. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat, and cool. Pour dressing over bean mixture, and toss to mix evenly.

TEXAS CAVIAR RECIPE COURTESY THE NEELYS RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Steps:

• Combine the black-eyed peas, red onions, parsley, vinegar, oil, garlic, tomatoes, bell peppers, jalapeno peppers and hot sauce in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 24 hours. Serve with tortilla chips.

TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients and let sit at least four hours in the fridge. The longer it sits the better. Serve with chips.

CLASSIC TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients in a medium bowl; cover and refrigerate 2 hours or up to 2 days. Before serving, adjust seasonings to taste, adding extra vinegar, salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl.

TEXAS CAVIAR I

Steps:

• In a large bowl, mix together onion, green bell pepper, green onions, jalapeno peppers, garlic, cherry tomatoes, zesty Italian dressing, black beans, black-eyed peas and coriander. Cover and chill in the refrigerator approximately 2 hours. Toss with desired amount of fresh cilantro to serve.

TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• Preheat a grill to high. Brush the corn with olive oil and grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Cut the kernels off the cob.
• Whisk the vinegar, honey, cayenne, garlic powder and olive oil in a large bowl. Add the corn, beans, red onion, tomato, bell pepper, celery, jalapeño, garlic, parsley and oregano; toss until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until slightly chilled. Serve with tortilla chips or on its own.

TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients except peas. Pour mixture over the peas and toss gently. Refrigerate overnight. Toss before serving. Can be held for up to a week.

TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• Drain and rinse beans and corn.
• Combine in a large bowl with chopped peppers, onions, garlic, and tomatoes.
• Mix oil, vinegar, Tabasco, salt and pepper.
• Pour over salad and stir gently to coat.
• Chill for several hours (over night is best though).
• Serve with tortilla chips.

TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• Prepare Italian dressing according to directions on the package.
• Add remaining ingredients; Mix well.
• Chill.
• Serve with crackers.

CLASSIC TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the peas, tomatoes, green pepper and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing, lime juice, salt and pepper. Pour over black-eyed pea mixture and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Stir in avocado just before serving. Serve with chips.

TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• Combine vinegar, water, oil, sugar, salt and pepper in saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cool to room temperature.
• Drain beans, corn, peas, green chilies, and pimento. Combine with green peppers, celery, and onion in a bowl. Add marinade and mix well.
• Chill covered for 24 hours.
• Serve with tortilla chips.

PERFECT RICE COURTESY THE NEELYS

Steps:

• Melt butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat.
• Add shallot and saute until tender.
• Add the rice and stir until the rice is glossy and coated with the butter. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and add the warmed stock.
• Add the smashed garlic and sprigs of thyme.
• Cover with a tight fitting lid.
• Cook for 15 to 17 minutes.
• Remove the thyme and garlic. Fluff with a fork and add fresh chopped parsley.

TEXAS CAVIAR

Steps:

• In a 1-pint canning jar, using 2 cups traditional black-eyed peas, alternate layers of peas with oregano, cumin seeds, and serrano chiles. In a second jar, layer 2 cups peas with wax peppers and mustard seeds. In a third jar, layer remaining 2 cups peas with chile peppers, red-pepper flakes, and fennel seeds. Set aside.
• In a saucepan, combine vinegar and salt. Heat until mixture just comes to a boil. Pour 3/4 cup vinegar mixture over each jar of peas to cover all layers. Seal jars. When mixture cools to room temperature, refrigerate at least a week and up to a month.