PERFECT FLUFFY CAMEROONIAN ACCRA/ AKARA BEANS

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils are lower in calories and easier to find.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a unique flavor while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

Soak black-eyed peas in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the soaked peas.

Blend the peas with onion, bell pepper, scotch bonnet pepper, garlic, and a little water until smooth.

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in salt, black pepper, baking powder, and seasoning cubes.

Add chopped parsley, ginger, and thyme to the mixture and mix well.

Heat cooking oil in a deep fryer or large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Scoop spoonfuls of the batter and carefully drop them into the hot oil.

Fry the akara until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the akara from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with a dipping sauce or as a snack.

Cooking Techniques

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