yellow split pea fritters baya kyaw Recipe hsaba

1. 1

   First prepare the onion, chilli and coriander by chopping them finely, then leave on one side.

2. 2

   Drain the peas and blitz half in a food processor to a coarse consistency, then tip into a bowl.

3. 3

   Blitz the remaining half to a smooth paste, adding a little water (no more than 1 tablespoon) to help it along.

4. 4

   Mix the two batches together.

5. 5

   This will give the fritters a good texture and will stop them splitting during the frying process.

6. 6

   Mix in the chopped onion, chilli, coriander, spices and salt.

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   Make sure all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

8. 8

   Heat enough oil in a saucepan to deep fry (never fill the pan more than halfway).

9. 9

   Scoop a teaspoon of the mixture and work with another teaspoon to form a bite-sized oval shape.

10. 10

    Gently drop the fritters one by one into the oil.

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    Deep fry in batches of 6 to 8 fritters on moderate heat.

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    After 2-4 minutes they will turn golden brown.

13. 13

    Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.

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    They are best served warm with sour chilli or tamarind dip.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.