🇳🇬 Nigeria recipe
Akara
Akara is a beloved Nigerian breakfast staple made from peeled black-eyed peas that are blended and deep-fried into crispy, golden fritters with a fluffy, airy interior. This protein-rich dish has its roots in Yoruba cuisine and is one of the earliest foods many Nigerians remember eating as children. Served hot from the fryer alongside bread, pap (ogi), or custard, akara is a cherished morning ritual at homes and roadside stalls across the country.
Prep20 mins + soaking time
Cook20 mins
Serves4
Difficultyeasy
Ingredients
- 2 cups black-eyed peas, soaked for at least 3 hours
- 1 large onion, roughly chopped
- 2 scotch bonnet peppers, seeds removed for less heat
- 1 red bell pepper, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 seasoning cube, crushed
- Vegetable oil for deep frying
Method
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Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 12 g
- Carbs
- 24 g
- Fat
- 16 g
