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Akara

Crispy black-eyed pea fritters, fluffy inside with a kick of pepper.

$7.00 Heat: Mild Mild Vegan Gluten free Dairy free
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About this dish

Akara is made from peeled black-eyed peas blended with onion and pepper, whipped until airy and deep-fried by the spoonful. Crunchy outside, soft in the middle, and naturally vegan and gluten free.

Akara, Nigerian dish from Fork in Nigeria

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