Koose/ Akara/ Black eyed peas fritters



Ingredients
Black eyed beans - 1cup(soaked overnight)
Red bell pepper - 1
Yellow bell pepper - 1
Onion - 1
Garlic - 2pieces
Black pepper - 1/2 tsp
Salt - to taste
Oil - for frying

Method

-Peal off the skin from the soaked beans by collecting in your palm and rubbing them between your palms. You might have to use your thumbs on some.
-Put all ingredients in a blender and pulse till you get a smooth paste, add water little at a time till you get a good consistency.
-Heat oil in a wok on medium, scoop batter with a tablespoon into the oil. Turn when golden brow and cook the other side too.

NB: while cooking the koose keep stirring the batter to release any airs and this also gives you evenly cooked koose.

Enjoy with your porridge.

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