Oven-Baked Healthy Akara
A lower-fat alternative to the deep-fried classic, baked in muffin tins until golden.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Peeled brown or black-eyed beans
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 small Scotch bonnet pepper
- 1 medium Onion
- 1/4 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Bouillon powder
- 1/2 cup Warm water
- 1 tablespoon Crayfish powder(optional)
- 1 can Cooking spray
Instructions
- 1
Soak the peeled beans in water for 10 minutes, then drain thoroughly.
- 2
Blend the beans, bell pepper, scotch bonnet, and onion with the warm water until a smooth, thick paste forms.
- 3
Pour the batter into a large bowl and whisk vigorously with a wooden spoon for 5 minutes to incorporate air.
- 4
Stir in the vegetable oil, salt, bouillon powder, and crayfish powder until well combined.
- 5
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a muffin tin with cooking spray.
- 6
Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full with the bean batter.
- 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- 8
Allow the akara to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before gently popping them out to serve.
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