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Nigerian Akara (Bean Cakes)

Courses
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Rest Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr
Description

Akara, also known as bean cakes or bean fritters, is a popular Nigerian breakfast item made from peeled black-eyed peas or brown beans, blended with spices, and deep-fried to perfection. These fluffy and savory cakes are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, often enjoyed with pap or bread.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups ⦁ peeled black-eyed peas or brown beans
  • 1 small ⦁ onion, finely chopped
  • 1 fresh ⦁ red chili pepper or scotch bonnet, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ⦁ ground crayfish (optional)
  • ⦁ Salt to taste
  • ⦁ Vegetable oil for frying
Read it online: https://duabaafrofoods.co.uk/recipe/nigerian-akara-bean-cakes/
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