Nigerian Food: how-to make Akara, Lagos street-style

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils provide similar texture and flavor with less cost.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while being a healthier fat.

Wash the beans until clean.

Grind the beans with onions and pepper together.

Stir the mixture and add salt.

Heat the vegetable oil until hot but not too hot.

Scoop the mixture into the hot oil and fry until brown, turning to cook both sides.

Once browned, leave to cook a little before removing from the oil.

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