AKKRAS (BLACK EYE PEA FRITTERS)

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You can also use canned black eyed peas, rinsed and mashed. From the World of Cooking. Posted for ZWT #7.

Provided by mary winecoff

Categories     Beans

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/4 cups dried black-eyed peas
1 onion, chopped
1 red chili, halved with seeds removed (optional)
2/3 cup water
oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Soak the black eyed beans in plenty of cold water for 6-8 hours or overnight. Drain the beans and then, with a brisk actions, rub the beans between the palms of your hands to remove the skins.
  • Return the beans to the bowl, top with water and the skins will float to the surface. Discard the skins and soak the beans again for 3 hours.
  • Place the beans in a blender or food processor with the onion, chili, if using and a little water. Blend to make a thick paste. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and whisk for a few minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a large heavy sauce pan and fry spoonfuls of the mixture for 4 minutes until golden brown.

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