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Acarajé with vinaigrette, decorated with fresh coriander
Crispy black-eyed pea fritters stuffed with zesty tomato vinaigrette.

Acarajé with Fresh Vinaigrette

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan
Acarajé is an iconic African-rooted dish from the Brazilian state of Bahia. Its essence lies in the dough made from black-eyed peas, beaten until airy and then fried in palm oil (dendê). The result is a fritter that is crispy on the outside and soft inside, stuffed with a fresh, tangy vinaigrette (tomato salsa).
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 8 hrs 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 300 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Brazilian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Blender: For puréeing beans.
  • Wooden spoon: For aerating the dough.

Instructions

1 ✓

Soak the beans in water overnight (min. 8 hours), then rub off skins if you bought unpeeled ones.

Tip: Removing skins is essential for a creamy, white interior.
2 ✓

Blend the raw, soaked beans with onion, garlic, chilli and salt into a smooth paste.

Tip: Don't add much water, or it will be runny. The beans' own moisture should be enough.
3 ✓

Pour into a bowl and beat vigorously with a wooden spoon for 5-10 mins until the dough is foamy and light.

Tip: This mechanical loosening (air incorporation) replaces baking powder.
4 ✓

Form dumplings using two spoons and fry in hot oil until golden brown.

Tip: Hot oil forms a sudden crust, protecting the airy interior.
5 ✓

Mix the tomatoes, coriander, lime and olive oil. Cut the fried fritter in half and stuff with the salsa.

Tip: The tangy filling counterbalances the richness of the fried dough.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the Acarajé turn out hard?
You didn't beat the dough long enough. Air bubbles make it light, like a sponge cake.

Ingredients

  • 250 g Black-eyed peas (peeled)
  • 1 pc Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 pc Red chilli
  • 4 tbsp Olive oil
  • 100 g Cornflour (if needed for thickening)
  • 1 pinch Salt, Pepper
  • 500 ml Oil for frying (traditionally palm oil, but sunflower works)
  • 2 pcs Tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 pc Lime juice
  • 1 sprig Fresh Coriander