Snack
Akara (Gambian Bean Fritters)

Akara (Gambian Bean Fritters)

The Gambia

50Minutes
MediumLevel
5Serves
8Steps
About

Fluffy deep-fried black-eyed bean balls seasoned with onion and pepper, a beloved Gambian breakfast eaten with tapalapa bread and spicy sauce.

Equipment
  • Blender
  • Bowl
  • Whisk or wooden spoon
  • Deep pot for frying
  • Slotted spoon
Ingredients
Dried black-eyed beans2 cups
Onion1
Scotch bonnet1
Salt1 tsp
Vegetable oil (for frying)as needed
Wateras needed

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