Acarajé

Ingredients

 * 2 cups of black-eyed peas; soaked overnight
 * 1 cup water
 * 2 cloves of garlic
 * 11/2 tablespoon ground pepper
 * 1 teaspoon baking powder
 * 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

 * Rub the peel off the beans against a dishtowel.
 * Combine all ingredients in a blender.
 * Beat for about 4 minutes or until you get a dough.
 * Pour the mixture in a mixing bowl.
 * Heat the oil to 350°F and deep-fry spoonfuls of dough for 8 minutes or until dark red.
 * Pat them dry in paper towel.
 * Stir the mixture left in the bowl frequently to avoid watery stuff.