Crispy Brazilian Acarajé Bites with Cashew Dip
Savory black-eyed pea fritters with a creamy, nutty dip
Experience a taste of Bahia with these crispy acarajé bites served alongside a luscious cashew dip, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors.
- 1 h 45 min
- 6
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Acarajé Bites
For the Cashew Dip
For the Garnish
Preparation
Preparing the Acarajé Batter
Blend ingredients
Blend the soaked black-eyed peas with onion until smooth.
Season batter
Add salt and smoked paprika, mix well.
Rest batter
Let the batter sit for 15 minutes.
Avoid adding water to the black-eyed pea batter; this ensures the fritters stay firm.
Preparing the Cashew Dip
Blend cashews
Blend soaked cashews with lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic until smooth.
Adjust seasoning
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Chill dip
Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until serving.
Chill the cashew dip to enhance its creamy texture.
Cooking Process
Frying Acarajé
Heat the oil in a deep pot; drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
Draining Excess Oil
Place cooked fritters on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Final Touches
Serve fritters warm with the prepared cashew dip and garnish.
Plating & Serving
Crispy Brazilian Acarajé Bites with Cashew Dip
Crispy Brazilian Acarajé Bites with Cashew Dip
Plating & Serving
Arrange the acarajé bites on a platter, accompanied by a bowl of chilled cashew dip, garnished with sliced green onions, diced tomatoes, and cilantro.