Black-Eyed Pea Patties - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained
2 egg whites
3/4 cup cornbread stuffing mix (or cornbread)
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)

Preparation

Saute the chopped onion in a bit of oil until translucent, then remove.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients (including the sauteed onion).
Mash mixture (I use a large fork) until about half of the peas are completely mashed.
Mold into patties about 2-3 inches across and 3/4 to 1 inch thick.
In a skillet, heat about 1/2 inch oil on med-high.
When the oil is hot, add patties.
Cook until a medium brown crust forms on bottom (2-3 minutes), then turn and repeat.
Remove to paper towel to absorb grease.
Drizzle Ranch Dressing and your favorite barbecue sauce over the tops and serve.