GATEAUX PIMENT/GATO PIMA| Favorite Street Food from Mauritius| Perfect Vegan Snack| Fried Chili Cake

split yellow peas

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: dried lentils

Chickpeas are high in protein and fiber, while lentils are often less expensive.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

cumin seeds

🥗Healthier: ground cumin

💰Cheaper: none

Ground cumin is easier to find and use, maintaining flavor.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while vegetable oil is typically less expensive.

Soak yellow split peas in water overnight.

Drain the soaked peas and blend them, adding some of the soaking water to achieve a smoother consistency.

Chop green onions and watercress, and add them to the blended peas.

Add chili flakes, cumin seeds, and salt to the mixture and mix well.

Add baking powder just before frying to help the balls fluff up.

Heat oil for deep frying until ready.

Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, stirring gently to prevent sticking.

Drain the fried balls on paper towels and let them cool slightly before serving.

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