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Blackeye Pea Fritter Frenzy
A Southern-inspired twist on classic fritters, using blackeye peas for a boost of protein and fiber.
⏱23 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup (cooked) Blackeye Peas
- ●1/2 cup Jazzy Cornmeal
- ●1/4 cup Canadian All-Purpose Flour
- ●1/4 cup Pea Grated Cheese
- ●1 Egg
- ●1/4 cup Buttermilk
- ●1 tsp Salt
- ●1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- ●1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, cheese, egg, buttermilk, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 2
Gently fold in the cooked blackeye peas.
- 3
Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop the mixture into balls.
- 4
Flatten each ball slightly into a disk shape.
- 5
Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 6
When oil is hot, add a few fritters to the skillet (do not overcrowd).
- 7
Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- 8
Transfer fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 9
Serve warm and enjoy!