Deep-Fried Black-Eyed Pea and Ham Bites With Sweet Cranberry Dip Recipe

Name: Deep-Fried Black-Eyed Pea and Ham Bites With Sweet Cranberry Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and roughly mashed; 2 shallots, finely chopped; 12 red bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 cup cooked ham, finely chopped; 1 cup cornstarch; 4 egg whites; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 (15 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; vegetable oil, for frying

Servings: persons

1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and roughly mashed
2 shallots, finely chopped
12 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 cup cooked ham, finely chopped
1 cup cornstarch
4 egg whites
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 (15 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon garlic powder
vegetable oil, for frying

1
In a large bowl combine peas, shallots, 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, Cover and keep warm.
5
Heat oil in a Dutch oven or deep-fryer untilit reaches 325 degrees.
6
Working in batches and using 2 tsp., carefully slide small portions (bites) into the hot oil.
7
Pea mixture is not very firm, so you have to slide them into the hot oil very slowly so they will keep their shape.
8
Deep fry for 5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
9
Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
10
Serve with cranberry dipping sauce.

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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 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and roughly mashed, 2 shallots, finely chopped, 12 red bell pepper, finely chopped, 1 cup cooked ham, finely chopped, and more.

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

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Deep-Fried Black-Eyed Pea and Ham Bites With Sweet Cranberry Dip

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