Dairy-Free Ghanaian Koose (Bean Fritters)

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Brown Beans (Black Eyed Peas)
• 0.5 medium Red Onion
• 0.5 small Scotch Bonnet Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. 1Place the 1.5 cups Brown Beans (Black Eyed Peas) in a bowl and cover with water. Let them soak overnight, or for at least 4 hours. This softens the beans for blending.
2. 2Drain the soaked beans. Gently rub the beans between your hands in a bowl of fresh water to loosen and remove the skins. Drain the peeled beans well.
3. 3Combine the peeled beans with the 0.5 medium Red Onion, 0.5 small Scotch Bonnet Pepper, 1 teaspoon Ginger, and 1 teaspoon Salt in a blender. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth.
4. 4Pour the 2 cups Vegetable Oil into a large, heavy-bottomed pot. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
5. 5Carefully spoon dollops of the bean mixture into the hot oil. Fry the fritters for 3-5 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and puffed up. The oil should sizzle gently around them.
6. 6Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked fritters from the oil. Place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining bean mixture.
7. 7Serve the Koose warm. They are delicious on their own or with a side of hot pepper sauce, if desired.

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