Pholourie; Island Flavors Series How to make Trinidadian Guyanese Recipe Fried Fritter

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

split peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are quicker to cook and more nutritious.

Combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of split pea flour, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of curry powder, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 2 teaspoons of sugar in a medium bowl and whisk together.

Process the chopped onions, garlic, and cilantro in a food processor until finely chopped.

Add the processed mixture to the dry ingredients and whisk together.

Gradually add 1 1/2 cups of warm water to the mixture, mixing with hands until well combined, aiming for a thick pancake batter consistency.

Cover the mixture with a clean dish cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1.5 to 2 hours until doubled in size.

Heat oil in a deep frying pan to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

Using a tablespoon, scoop the batter and carefully drop it into the hot oil, frying several at a time.

Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes total, turning occasionally.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

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