Acarajé de Legumes

Acarajé de Legumes is a vibrant Brazilian dish featuring crispy black-eyed pea fritters stuffed with a medley of seasoned vegetables, delivering a deliciously satisfying vegetarian experience. This unique recipe highlights the flavors of Brazil while offering a healthy and hearty meal option.

Ingredients

• Black-eyed peas - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Zucchini - 1 small, grated
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - for frying
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Lettuce leaves - for serving

Steps

1. Soak the black-eyed peas in water overnight, then drain and rinse.
2. In a food processor, blend the soaked black-eyed peas until smooth, adding a little water if necessary.
3. Transfer the black-eyed pea mixture to a bowl and mix in the chopped onion, garlic, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the diced bell pepper, grated carrot, grated zucchini, cilantro, and diced tomato.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
6. Using a spoon, scoop out portions of the black-eyed pea mixture and shape them into small patties.
7. Carefully place the patties in the hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels.
9. To serve, place a few fritters on a plate, top with the vegetable mixture, and serve with lettuce leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein and fiber from black-eyed peas, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and antioxidants from a variety of vegetables, supporting overall wellness.

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