Brazilian recipe
Black-Eyed Pea Vinaigrette: Quick and Refreshing Recipe
Explore the versatility of black-eyed peas in this vibrant vinaigrette. A flavorful Brazilian salad, perfect for any meal.
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Ingredients
1 cup (tea) black-eyed peas
4 cups (tea) water for cooking
1 medium red onion
1/2 yellow bell pepper
2 medium tomatoes
1/4 cup (tea) extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup (tea) fresh cilantro leaves
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 cups (tea) water for cooking
1 medium red onion
1/2 yellow bell pepper
2 medium tomatoes
1/4 cup (tea) extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup (tea) fresh cilantro leaves
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Black-eyed peas can be found dried in the dried beans aisle of most supermarkets or in bulk bins. Fresh cilantro is usually available in the produce section of supermarkets and at farmers' markets. Olive oil, vinegar, lemons, onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers are standard supermarket produce items. Salt and pepper are common pantry staples.
Preparation method
- Place the black-eyed peas in a pressure cooker
- Add 4 cups of water
- Cover the pot and bring to high heat
- When the pot starts to whistle, reduce the heat
- Cook for 10 minutes
- Chop the red onion into small cubes
- Remove the seeds from the yellow bell pepper and cut it into small cubes
- Cut the tomatoes in half, discard the seeds, and chop into small cubes
- Wash and finely chop the cilantro leaves
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped onion, bell pepper, and tomato
- Turn off the heat after the cooking time and wait for the pressure to release naturally before opening the pot
- Drain the cooked peas in a sieve
- Rinse the peas under cold water to stop the cooking and drain well
- Add the cooked black-eyed peas to the bowl with the chopped vegetables
- Season with olive oil, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper
- Mix all ingredients gently
- Serve the vinaigrette immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves
Observations
Black-eyed pea vinaigrette is a classic and extremely versatile option in Brazilian cuisine. Its combination of textures and the freshness of the ingredients make it ideal for accompanying barbecues, grilled fish, or simply as a light and nutritious salad on warmer days. It's an easy and quick recipe that pleases all palates.
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