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Akara

Crisp, golden bean fritters with a soft, airy middle. Whip the batter well and they puff up beautifully. Lovely with pap, custard or bread.

Time55 min
Serves4
LevelMedium
Steps7
🌶️ Spicy💸 Budget🧒 Kid-friendly
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What goes in

  • Black-eyed beans
  • Onion
  • Scotch bonnet pepper
  • Salt
  • Vegetable oil for deep frying

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Cost per plate

Lagos₦1,200
London£0.69
Houston$1.17
TorontoC$1.56

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Also fits: no pork, no beef, no red meat, no chicken or turkey, halal, pescatarian, vegetarian, vegan.