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Akara (Bean Cake)
Nationwide — Mother recipe · ar de en es fr it ja pt ru zh
A classic Nigerian dish, akara is a crispy and delicious bean fritter that is a staple snack.
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⏱️ 15 min prep + 20 min cottura · 4 porzioni · facile
Ingredients
- 200 g of soya flour
- 100 g of corn flour
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of palm oil
- Water
- Salt to taste
Method
- In a large bowl, mix the soya flour, corn flour, palm oil, cayenne pepper, sugar, and egg white.
- Add salt and enough water to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Stir well until you have a smooth batter.
- Heat a little oil in a non-stick pan and pour small portions of the batter.
- Cook over medium heat until the bottom turns golden and the surface starts to lift.
- Gently flip to brown the other side.
- Serve hot with soy sauce or cayenne pepper.
- Enjoy the crispy texture and unique taste of akara.
The story
Akara has ancient roots in southern Nigerian cuisine, where it has been prepared for centuries as a form of handmade bread.
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