These spicy black-eyed pea fritters have been our New Year Day tradition for the last 10 years, and for good reason - they're absolutely delicious and bring good luck too. The jalapeño adds just the right amount of heat, while the cheddar cheese makes them rich and satisfying.
Ingredients:
2 T olive oil or Tallow
2 T butter
1 egg
15 oz can black- eyed peas, drained and mashed
1 seeded and chopped jalapeno
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 t salt and pepper
3 T all-purpose flour
Directions:
In a medium bowl beat egg with a fork and add the drained black-eyed peas. Mash peas with a pastry cutter or fork. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
In hot oil and butter, scoop a large spoonful (I use a gumbo/soup spoon) into the oil. Flatten the mounds with a spatula and cook for 2-3 minutes. Flip fritters and cook until done. Another 2 or 3 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
Serve with Sriracha, if desired.
