Black Eyed Pea Fritters
Crispy Southern-style fritters made with black eyed peas, herbs, and spices. perfect for snacking or as a hearty side dish.
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Fritter Base
- 2 cups cooked black eyed peas drained and partly mashed
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
For Frying
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Mash the cooked black eyed peas in a bowl until partly smooth but with some chunks left for texture.
- Add onion, garlic, parsley, flour, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and thick enough to shape.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Scoop spoonfuls of the mix and drop them carefully into the oil.
- Fry for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until crispy and golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels before serving warm.
Notes
To avoid soggy fritters, make sure your cooked peas are well-drained. Fry in moderately hot oil for even cooking. You can bake them at 400°F for 20 minutes for a lighter version.