Accara (Black-Eyed Pea Fritters)

Ingredients

• 2 cups Dried Black-Eyed Peas
• 1 medium Onion
• 1/2 medium Red Bell Pepper
• 1/4 small Scotch Bonnet Pepper
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil (for frying)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Soak the black-eyed peas in water for at least 6 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse them well.
2. 2In a food processor, combine the soaked black-eyed peas, onion, red bell pepper, Scotch bonnet pepper (handle carefully), salt, and pepper.
3. 3Process until you have a smooth paste. Add a little water if needed to help with blending.
4. 4Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 175°C.
5. 5Drop spoonfuls of the black-eyed pea mixture into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. 6Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

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