Akara Fritters Fiesta

Akara Fritters Fiesta is a popular street food in Nigeria, made from peeled black-eyed peas and spices. These fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a delightful snack or breakfast option.

Akara Fritters Fiesta

Ingredients

  • 2 cups peeled black-eyed peas
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1-2 scotch bonnet peppers, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the peeled black-eyed peas, chopped onion, scotch bonnet peppers, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
  3. Scoop the blended mixture into the hot oil using a spoon, and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  5. Serve the akara fritters hot with a side of spicy pepper sauce or as a filling for sandwiches.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
8g
Fat
4g

Supplies

Deep pan Blender Spoon Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the akara fritters with a side of spicy pepper sauce and a hot beverage for a delightful breakfast or snack.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add some chopped fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley to the blended mixture before frying.

Cost

$5