Akara(Bean Cakes) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. black-eyed peas
1 chopped onion
1 beaten egg
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
red pepper or Tabasco to taste
oil to deep fry

Preparation

Soak beans in water for 1 hour.
Rub briskly to remove skins. Grind beans in blender or processor with enough water to make consistency like cake batter.
Add remaining ingredients to bean mixture.
Mix thoroughly and drop by teaspoonfuls into hot oil. Fry until golden brown.
Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Akara is best when served hot!