fried black eyed peas

How To Make fried black eyed peas

• 1

  Drain and rinse beans.
• 2

  Place on paper towels and allow to air dry on counter for at least an hour.
• 3

  When ready to cook, heat oil in dutch oven or electric fryer to 325 degrees.
• 4

  With a heat proof strainer (cooking spider) scoop up the peas and place into the hot oil. Only place two scoops in the hot oil to prevent overcrowding.
• 5

  Fry until peas are crusty; then drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
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