Golden Acarajé

Delight in the rich flavors of Bahia with this traditional Acarajé recipe. Originating from Salvador, this beloved street food combines the humble black-eyed pea with bold palm oil to create a crispy, golden fritter. Typically served with a flavorful mix of vatapá, dried shrimp, and vinaigrette, it's a true treat for the senses.

Ingredients

🫘 500g Husked Black-Eyed Peas (Feijão Fradinho Sem Casca)
🧅 300g Chopped Onion
🧂 Generous Amount of Salt
🥥 2L Palm Oil (Azeite de Dendê)
🌿 Chopped Green Onions (for vinaigrette)
🦐 Dried Shrimp (Camarão Seco)
🍞 Vatapá

Instructions

1- Soak the Beans:

• Place the husked black-eyed peas in a bowl of water and let them soak for at least 6 hours or overnight.
• This helps achieve the ideal texture for the fritter base.

2- Drain and Blend:

• After soaking, thoroughly drain the peas.
• Transfer them to a KitchenAid blender and add the chopped onions.
• Blend until you achieve a smooth, creamy paste.

3- Season and Aerate the Dough:

• Pour the pea and onion mixture into a green ceramic mixing bowl.
• Add salt generously.
• Use a red silicone spatula to vigorously beat the mixture upwards to incorporate air until it becomes fluffy and light.

4- Heat the Palm Oil:

• Pour the palm oil into your stainless steel frying pan and set it on your induction cooktop.
• Heat until it reaches a hot frying temperature (around 180°C or 356°F).

5- Shape and Fry:

• Dip two spoons in water to prevent sticking and shape the dough into ovals or rounds.
• Carefully place each into the hot oil.

6- Cook Until Golden:

• Fry the Acarajé until golden-brown on one side, then flip to cook the other side, ensuring even cooking.

7- Drain:

• Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried Acarajé and place on paper towels in a wicker serving basket to drain any excess oil.

8- Serve:

• Cut open the Acarajé and fill with vatapá, a spoonful of vinaigrette, and dried shrimp.
• Serve fresh and hot.

Prep Time: 6 hours soaking time + 10 minutes prep
Cook Time: 30-45 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 6 hours and 40 minutes
Servings: 6-8 Acarajé servings
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: Estimated 220
Protein: 5g
Fats: 15g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Equipment: Blender: KitchenAid, Induction Cooktop, Frying Pan: Stainless Steel, Mixing Bowl: Green Ceramic Bowl, Spatula: Red Silicone Spatula, Slotted Spoon, Serving Basket: Wicker, Paper Towels

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the beans are well-shelled and cleaned before soaking.
• Achieving a fluffy dough is key; thoroughly beat the mixture to incorporate air.
• Monitor oil temperature to prevent burning.

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