Easy Haitian Akra Recipe

malanga

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potato

Sweet potato offers a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is gluten-free and adds a nutty flavor.

hot pepper

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper reduces heat while maintaining flavor.

baking powder

🥗Healthier: self-rising flour

💰Cheaper: baking soda + vinegar

Self-rising flour simplifies the recipe.

Grate the malanga using the smaller side of the grater.

Mix the grated malanga with garlic salt, Haitian a piece, adobo powder, and hot pepper.

Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes.

Shape the mixture into long, not too thick or thin shapes using a spatula.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan for frying.

Fry the malanga shapes for about 8 to 10 minutes until golden, making sure not to over-fry them.

Remove the akra from the oil once golden and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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