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HOW TO MAKE NIGERIAN AKARA + NIGERIAN SATURDAY BREAKFAST + SOFT & FLUFFY AKARA RECIPE| VLOGMAS DAY 6

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Nigerian Akara

Cultural Context

Originating from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, Akara is a beloved street food made from black-eyed peas. Traditionally served for breakfast or as a snack, these crispy bean cakes are enjoyed with spicy sauces or as part of a larger meal. Akara has gained popularity beyond Nigeria, inspiring variations across West Africa and in diaspora communities worldwide.

NigerianNGsnack
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups black-eyed peas
1 cup water
1 medium onion
1 medium bell pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: split peas

Chickpeas provide similar texture with lower calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being healthier.

1

Wash the brown beans to peel out the skin.

2

Soak the beans for about an hour.

3

Transfer the soaked beans into a blender and add a little water.

4

Blend the beans until smooth.

5

Pour the blended beans into a bowl.

6

Use an electric whisk to incorporate air into the mixture for about 5 to 10 minutes.

7

Add roughly blended pepper, onions, and salt to taste.

8

Mix everything together until well combined.

9

Fry the mixture until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

soakingblendingfrying

Equipment Needed

blenderdeep skilletslotted spoonmixing bowl

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

veganvegetarianplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Bean CakesAkara Balls

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