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Nigerian Bean Cakes. This is a recipe from my husband's step mum who lived in Nigeria for 15 years. Cooking time does not include soaking. The koose will expand a little during frying. Start with small scoops and adjust if necessary. The batter will be thin.

Provided by AmandaInOz

Categories     Beans

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb black-eyed peas (beans)
2 chili peppers, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
4 ounces water
oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

  • Soak beans for 24 hours in cold water.
  • Rinse the beans or skin them by rubbing between your hands while rinsing under running water.
  • Blend all ingredients in a food processor.
  • Pour mixture into a bowl and hand whisk for 2-3 minutes to aerate.
  • Heat oil in a pan and carefully drop small balls of the mixture into the oil from a spoon.
  • Fry until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towel.
  • Serve hot or cold with chili sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.5, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 394.7, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.3, Protein 3.2

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