Akara (Bean Fritters)

Crispy bean fritters—breakfast favorite.

Ingredients

• Crispy bean fritters—breakfast favorite.

• • Black-eyed peas
  • Onion
  • Chili
  • Salt
  • Oil for frying

Directions

1. Region: West Africa

2. 2. Soak and peel beans; blend coarsely with onion and chili.
   4. Whisk batter to aerate.
   6. Heat oil; drop spoonfuls and fry until golden.
   8. Drain on paper towels.
   10. Serve with pap/ogi or bread.