Binch Akara (Sierra Leonean Bean Fritters) is a traditional Sierra Leonean recipe for a classic deep fried fritter of ground black-eyed beans with onion and scotch bonnet chillies. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Sierra Leonean version of: Sierra Leonean Bean Fritters (Binch Akara).
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Binch akara are classic bean fritters that are made throughout West Africa. This version originates in Sierra Leone.
Ingredients:
500g (1 pound) dry black-eyed beans
2 tsp salt
1 small onion, very finely chopped
2 scotch bonnet chillies
500ml (2 cups) oil
Method:
Pour the dry beans in a blender with 250ml (1 cup) of water. Pulse to chop for one minute then scrape the bean pieces into a large bowl and add plenty of water. Stir until skins float. Strain into colander; allow all skin and eyes to flow out.
Drain the beans, then transfer to a food processor with the onion and chillies. Add 500ml (2 cups) water and blend until smooth.
Pour in a bowl, season to taste with salt, and stir with a wooden spoon for two minutes.
Heat the oil until moderately hot. Drop the bean mixture into the by the tablespoon do not over-crowd the pan). Fry until golden brown. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side then remove with a slotted spoon and drain on absorbent paper.
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