Deep Fried Black Eyed Peas Recipe

• 1 can Black-Eyed Peas (drained and roughly mashed)
• 2 Shallots (finely chopped)
• 1/2 Red Bell Pepper (finely chopped)
• 1 cup Cooked Ham (finely chopped)
• 1 cup Cornstarch
• 4 Egg Whites
• Salt to taste
• Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 can whole Cranberry Sauce
• 1 tbsp Maple Syrup
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• Vegetable Oil (for frying)

• Mix the peas, shallot, bell pepper and ham.
• Now fold in cornstarch, egg whites, salt and pepper, to taste. Keep aside.
• In a small saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, syrup and garlic powder.
• Heat until warm. Cover to keep warm. Cranberry dipping sauce is ready.
• Now heat oil in a Dutch oven or deep-fryer until it reaches 325 degrees F.
• Carefully slide 2 tsps small portions of the pea mixture into the hot oil.
• Fry till done.
• Serve hot with the sweet cranberry dipping sauce already prepared.