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Unpeeled beans cake (Typical Nigerian Akara)

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Akara is a popular Nigerian delicacy made from beans. This recipe uses unpeeled beans and incorporates a creamy twist with evaporated milk or coconut milk. It's a delightful snack or breakfast option, perfect when paired with bread, tea, custard, pap, or oat porridge. Enjoy the Nigerian way!

Unpeeled beans cake (Typical Nigerian Akara) recipe

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Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
10min
Total Time
25min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1-2 pieces of akara)
  • properly washed beans
    properly washed beans
    1cup
  • Pack Hollandia evaporated full cream milk
    Pack Hollandia evaporated full cream milk
    2
  • onion washed and peeled, cut into 2 halves
    onion washed and peeled, cut into 2 halves
    1
  • red shombo pepper washed and seeds removed
    red shombo pepper washed and seeds removed
    4
  • eggs eggs
    eggs eggs
    2
  • cube seasoning cube (optional)
    cube seasoning cube (optional)
    1
  • salt
    salt
    1/2tsp
  • onion coarsely ground
    onion coarsely ground
    1
  • red pepper coarsely ground
    red pepper coarsely ground
    4
  • oil for frying
    oil for frying

How to make Unpeeled beans cake (Typical Nigerian Akara)

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, add little water, properly washed beans, evaporated milk or coconut milk, peeled onion halves, red shombo peppers, and eggs.

    Step 1.1: In a bowl, add little water, properly washed beans, evaporated milk or coconut milk, peeled onion halves, red shombo peppers, and eggs
    Step 1.2: In a bowl, add little water, properly washed beans, evaporated milk or coconut milk, peeled onion halves, red shombo peppers, and eggs
    Step 1.3: In a bowl, add little water, properly washed beans, evaporated milk or coconut milk, peeled onion halves, red shombo peppers, and eggs
    Step 1.4: In a bowl, add little water, properly washed beans, evaporated milk or coconut milk, peeled onion halves, red shombo peppers, and eggs
    Step 1.5: In a bowl, add little water, properly washed beans, evaporated milk or coconut milk, peeled onion halves, red shombo peppers, and eggs
    Step 1.6: In a bowl, add little water, properly washed beans, evaporated milk or coconut milk, peeled onion halves, red shombo peppers, and eggs
    Step 1.7: In a bowl, add little water, properly washed beans, evaporated milk or coconut milk, peeled onion halves, red shombo peppers, and eggs
  2. Step 2

    Blend the mixture together very smoothly.

    Step 1.1: Blend the mixture together very smoothly
    Step 1.2: Blend the mixture together very smoothly
  3. Step 3

    Add seasoning cube (optional) and salt to the blended mixture.

    Step 1.1: Add seasoning cube (optional) and salt to the blended mixture
    Step 1.2: Add seasoning cube (optional) and salt to the blended mixture
  4. Step 4

    Add coarsely ground onion and red peppers to the mixture and stir or whisk for 3-5 minutes.

    Step 1.1: Add coarsely ground onion and red peppers to the mixture and stir or whisk for 3-5 minutes
    Step 1.2: Add coarsely ground onion and red peppers to the mixture and stir or whisk for 3-5 minutes
  5. Step 5

    Heat oil in a pan and scoop the mixture using a deep tablespoon. Repeat all process until the mixture has finished

    Step 1.1: Heat oil in a pan and scoop the mixture using a deep tablespoon
    Step 1.2: Heat oil in a pan and scoop the mixture using a deep tablespoon
    Step 1.3: Heat oil in a pan and scoop the mixture using a deep tablespoon
    Step 1.4: Heat oil in a pan and scoop the mixture using a deep tablespoon
  6. Step 6

    Fry each side until golden brown, ensuring not to overcrowd the oil.

    Drain out oil in a seive or with a parchment paper

    Step 1.1: Fry each side until golden brown, ensuring not to overcrowd the oil
    Step 1.2: Fry each side until golden brown, ensuring not to overcrowd the oil
  7. Step 7

    Enjoy hot or cold paired with bread, pap, custard or beverage tea the Nigerian way

    Step 1.1: Enjoy hot or cold paired with bread, pap, custard or beverage tea the Nigerian way
    Step 1.2: Enjoy hot or cold paired with bread, pap, custard or beverage tea the Nigerian way
    Step 1.3: Enjoy hot or cold paired with bread, pap, custard or beverage tea the Nigerian way
    Step 1.4: Enjoy hot or cold paired with bread, pap, custard or beverage tea the Nigerian way

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

56.8kcal (2.84%)

Protein

3.8g (7.68%)

Carbs

10.1g (3.67%)

Sugars

0.1g (0.3%)

Healthy Fat

0.1g

Unhealthy Fat

0.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the beans are properly washed to remove dirt and impurities.

  2. Do not overcrowd the oil while frying to ensure even cooking and crispiness.

  3. You can substitute evaporated milk with coconut milk for a different flavor.

  4. Serve hot with bread, tea, custard, pap, or oat porridge for a complete Nigerian breakfast experience.

FAQS

  1. Can I use coconut milk instead of evaporated milk?

    Yes, coconut milk can be used as a substitute for evaporated milk in this recipe.

  2. How do I ensure the akara is crispy?

    Do not overcrowd the oil while frying and ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the mixture.

  3. Can I skip the seasoning cube?

    Yes, the seasoning cube is optional and can be skipped if preferred.

  4. What can I pair akara with?

    Akara can be paired with bread, tea, custard, pap, or oat porridge for a complete meal.

  5. How long should I whisk the mixture?

    Whisk the mixture for 3-5 minutes to ensure it is well combined and airy.

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