Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 7 of 8 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 7 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Flour | 1 cup (125g) all-purpose | 455 |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Onion | 1 medium (110g) | 44 |
| Chili | 1 tsp (2.7g) | 8 |
| Pepper | 1 tsp ground (2.3g) | 6 |
| Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 4 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| Black-Eyed Pea | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup Dried black-eyed peas
- 1 med Onion, sliced
- 2 Garlic cloves, bruised
- 2 lrg Garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 Chili peppers seeded and chopped
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Flour
- Oil for frying
Directions
Soak the peas in water to cover overnight. Drain and place in saucepan with fresh water to cover. Add the sliced onion and bruised garlic. Bring the water to a boil and simmer for about 2 hours or until the peas are soft. Drain well. Puree in a food mill or food processor. Add the crushed garlic, chili peppers, and salt; mix well. Form into 1-inch balls and roll in the flour, shaking off any excess. Heat the oil to 350 degrees and carefully drop the balls in, a few at a time. Fry for about 1 minute or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve.