Deep-Fried Black-Eyed Pea and Ham Bites with a Sweet Cranberry Dipping Sauce Recipe

Name: Deep-Fried Black-Eyed Pea and Ham Bites with a Sweet Cranberry Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can black-eyed peas, drained and roughly mashed; 2 shallots, finely chopped; 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 cup cooked ham, finely chopped; 1 cup cornstarch; 4 egg whites; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 can whole cranberry sauce; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; Vegetable oil, for frying

Servings: persons

1 can black-eyed peas, drained and roughly mashed
2 shallots, finely chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 cup cooked ham, finely chopped
1 cup cornstarch
4 egg whites
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 can whole cranberry sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Vegetable oil, for frying

1
In a large bowl combine the peas, shallot, bell pepper and ham.
2
Mix in cornstarch, egg whites, salt and pepper, to taste.
3
In a small saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, syrup and garlic powder.
4
Heat through until warm.
5
Cover and keep warm.
6
Heat oil in a Dutch oven or deep-fryer until it reaches 325 degrees F. Working in batches and using 2 teaspoons, carefully slide small portions (bites) of the pea mixture into the hot oil.
7
Note: The pea mixture is not very firm, so you have to slide them into the hot oil
8
very slowly to they will keep their shape.
9
Deep-fry for approximately 5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
10
Remove from oil and drain on a paper towel lined baking tray.
11
Serve alongside warm cranberry dipping sauce.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can black-eyed peas, drained and roughly mashed, 2 shallots, finely chopped, 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped, 1 cup cooked ham, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Deep-Fried Black-Eyed Pea and Ham Bites with a Sweet Cranberry Dipping Sauce falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Deep-Fried Black-Eyed Pea and Ham Bites with a Sweet Cranberry Dipping Sauce

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