Unpeeled beans cake (Typical Nigerian Akara)

Name: Unpeeled beans cake (Typical Nigerian Akara)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Nigerian
Ingredients: 1 cup properly washed beans; 2 Pack Hollandia evaporated full cream milk; 1 onion washed and peeled, cut into 2 halves; 4 red shombo pepper washed and seeds removed; 2 eggs eggs; 1 cube seasoning cube (optional); 0.5 tsp salt; 1 onion coarsely ground; 4 red pepper coarsely ground; oil for frying

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!

properly washed beans

Pack Hollandia evaporated full cream milk

onion washed and peeled, cut into 2 halves

red shombo pepper washed and seeds removed

cube seasoning cube (optional)

onion coarsely ground

red pepper coarsely ground

Calories

56.8kcal (2.84%)

Protein

3.8g (7.68%)

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 2

Blend the mixture together very smoothly.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

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 7

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

Calories

56.8kcal (2.84%)

Protein

3.8g (7.68%)

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

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

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

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

Can I use coconut milk instead of evaporated milk?

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

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.

Can I skip the seasoning cube?

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

What can I pair akara with?

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

How long should I whisk the mixture?

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

properly washed beans

Pack Hollandia evaporated full cream milk

onion washed and peeled, cut into 2 halves

red shombo pepper washed and seeds removed

cube seasoning cube (optional)

onion coarsely ground

red pepper coarsely ground

Calories

56.8kcal (2.84%)

Protein

3.8g (7.68%)

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 2

Blend the mixture together very smoothly.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

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 7

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

Calories

56.8kcal (2.84%)

Protein

3.8g (7.68%)

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

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

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

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

Can I use coconut milk instead of evaporated milk?

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

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.

Can I skip the seasoning cube?

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

What can I pair akara with?

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

How long should I whisk the mixture?

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

Unpeeled beans cake (Typical Nigerian Akara)

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Ingredients

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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

How to make Unpeeled beans cake (Typical Nigerian Akara)

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Nutrition (per serving)

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

FAQS

Unpeeled beans cake (Typical Nigerian Akara)

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Ingredients

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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

How to make Unpeeled beans cake (Typical Nigerian Akara)

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

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

FAQS