Goldene Schwarzaugenboßen Frittiert

These Golden Black-Eyed Pea Fritters are a delightful vegetarian appetizer, offering a perfect crunch with every bite. Made from mashed black-eyed peas, finely chopped onions, and a blend of aromatic spices, these fritters are both satisfying and easy to prepare. Whether served as a snack or a starter, they bring a wonderful combination of textures and flavors to the table.

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The secret to these savory bites lies in the balance of seasonings, featuring garlic, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne for warmth. By mashing the peas while leaving some texture, the fritters maintain a rustic feel that holds together beautifully when fried to golden perfection.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked black-eyed peas, drained
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 2 large eggs
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Peas

In a large bowl, mash the cooked black-eyed peas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some texture.

Step 2: Mix the Batter

Add the chopped onion, garlic, parsley or cilantro, eggs, flour, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Mix until well combined and a thick batter forms.

Step 3: Heat the Oil

Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4: Fry the Fritters

Scoop heaping tablespoons of the batter and gently drop them into the hot oil, flattening slightly with the back of a spoon. Do not overcrowd the pan.

Step 5: Drain and Repeat

Fry for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with remaining batter.

Step 6: Serve

Serve the fritters warm, accompanied by your favorite dipping sauce.

Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung

For the best results, ensure the oil is hot before adding the batter to prevent the fritters from absorbing too much oil. Using a paper towel-lined plate is essential for removing any excess fat and keeping the fritters crispy.

Varianten und Anpassungen

For extra flavor, you can add chopped scallions or a pinch of ground cumin to the batter. If you are looking for a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with chickpea flour.

Serviervorschläge

These fritters pair perfectly with a variety of dips. Try serving them with a cooling yogurt dip, a spicy hot sauce, or a tangy mango chutney for a delicious flavor contrast.

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Enjoy these warm, crispy Black-Eyed Pea Fritters as a delightful addition to your next appetizer spread or as a tasty vegetarian snack.

Rezept-Fragen

→ Wie erkenne ich, dass das Frittieröl die richtige Temperatur hat?

Das Öl sollte medium-heiß sein, roughly 170-180°C. Ein kleiner Tropfen Teig muss sofort aufsteigen und sich langsam golden färben. Blasen bilden sich am Boden des Topfes, aber der Teig verbrennt nicht sofort.

→ Kann ich rohe Schwarzaugenboßen verwenden?

Nein, verwende unbedingt gekochte Schwarzaugenboßen. Kochzeit etwa 45-60 Minuten bis weich, dann gründlich abtropfen lassen. Aus der Dose geht auch, dann abspülen und abtropfen.

→ Wie mache ich diese Frittierstücke glutenfrei?

Ersetze das Weizenmehl durch Kichererbsenmehl oder ein glutenfreies Allzweckmehl. Die Konsistenz bleibt ähnlich, der Geschmack wird leicht nussiger.

→ Kann ich die Masse vorbereiten und später frittieren?

Ja, den Teig kannst du bis zu 24 Stunden im Kühlschrank lagern. Vor dem Frittieren kurz antemperaturen lassen, da er sich bei Kälte schwerer formen lässt.

→ Welche Dips passen am besten dazu?

Ein Joghurt-Dip mit Minze und Knoblauch, scharfe Chilisauce oder süßes Mango-Chutney harmonieren hervorragend. Auch eine Ajvar oder ein Tomaten-Dip funktionieren gut.