Golden, crispy fritters made from mashed black-eyed peas, onions, and spices. Perfect for snacking.
# Components:
→ Legumes
01 - 2 cups cooked black-eyed peas, drained
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
→ Binders
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
→ Seasonings
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
→ For Frying
11 - Vegetable oil for frying
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, mash the cooked black-eyed peas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some texture intact.
02 - Add the chopped onion, garlic, parsley or cilantro, eggs, flour, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix until well combined and a thick batter forms.
03 - Heat approximately 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
04 - Scoop heaping tablespoons of batter and gently drop them into the hot oil, flattening slightly with the back of a spoon. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
05 - Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
06 - Repeat with remaining batter. Serve warm with your preferred dipping sauce.
