Akara (Bean Fritters) Recipe

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   Prepare beans by picking over them to remove any impurities and broken or possibly bad beans.

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   Soak overnight covered by water.

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   The next day, remove skins from beans by rubbing them between your hands.

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   Heat oil to 375 degrees F for frying in a heavy Dutch oven or possibly deep-fryer.

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   Place prepared beans in a meat grinder or possibly food processor and grind or possibly pulse till you have a smooth paste.

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   Place paste in large bowl.

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   Beat bean paste with wooden spoon to aerate it, and gradually add in water.

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   Continue to beat while adding water.

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   Use only sufficient water to make a mix which will fall easily from a spoon.

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    Add in chile and onion and season to taste with salt.

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    Continue to stir so which all ingredients are well-mixed.

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    When ready, spoon akara up by the teaspoonful and drop a few at a time into warm oil.

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    Fry for 2 min on each side, or possibly till golden.

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    Drain onto absorbent paper.

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    Serve warm.

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    Note: Wear gloves when handling fresh, canned, dry or possibly pickled chilies; the oils can cause a burning sensation on your skin.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.