AKARA: EASY STEP BY STEP GUIDE FOR BEGINNERS (DETAILED, 2018)
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- Опубліковано 12 лип 2024
- I love my Akara crunchy/crisp on the outside while fluffy on the inside. I ALWAYS make a badass "Akara" anytime (self-praise I know but I have to hahaha).
Best eaten on the same day and while warm. But, most times I find out I have at least 4 to 5 pieces left. I take it as either snack alone, paired with bread or what we call soaking "garri" in Nigeria
Full Ingredient list
11/2 cup of beans (I used honey beans)
2 habanero pepper(or to choice)
½ small sized red onion
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Canola oil
Cuisinart food processor used: amzn.to/2Ek77O4
hand mixer:(couldn't find the one I used, but this should work, amzn.to/2XspokT )
Notes
#1. Presoak peeled beans overnight or at least 3/5hrs in the salt solution (that is, 1tsp of salt to about 1quart water). This will help easy blending and control the amount of water used during blending. We need a thick and not "runny" batter.
#2. The edge is one of the tell signs to flip over... (with right heat level, it should take about 2 to 3mins but forget time, just look at it because the spoon you use in scooping might be larger than mine and will take a longer time)
#3. The heat level should not be more than moderate (350F if using a deep fryer)
#4. Some like theirs light golden or deep golden. It is totally up to you
#5 when beating in air, it should be in one direction and not all over the place to avoid “deflating” the air already incorporated
#6. After the oil cools off post-frying, pour into a container and store in your refrigerator for future use.
#7. Be very cautious when splashing the hot oil onto the akara during frying.
#8 The hand mixer help to incorporate air into the bean paste batter making it creamy thus achieving the fluffy interior. It saves time.
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Wowwwwwww I so much love Akara( bean cake), I miss the local food, who is with me..
Ok thank you.
This is the best Akara frying method I 've ever seen. I especially love the mixer part, never thought of using a mixer.... Yummy! yum!! yum!!!.
All smiles princess. Thanks for the compliment. I am glad you learned something from the video.
The best I have seen. I make mine the same way except I double blend. Thank you for a lovely presentation.
I tried this method and it was phenomenal. I couldn’t believe I made something so delicious. Thanks so much for showing us.
Yipeeeee. I am so elated . I know that feeling of accomplishment and shock you felt. I have been there too. Ywc
Thanks you are the best!
Am old school, but could not have made a better akara
until I followed your method.
Am so glad it worked for you Emily
Real badass akara !!! 😋😋😋
Brings back the sweet memory of iyadunni akara in the good ole Ibadan.
Thanks for the recipe and tips.
You are in the spirit Ben 😊
Followed your instructions and my Akara came out perfect! Light and fluffy like a donut pillow. I drizzled orange fig jam and powdered sugar on top...and yes I used the pepper and onion. Delish!
Yippeeeee... that light and fluffy and pillowy feeling is priceless.. Gurl your modification sounds delish in itself. I am glad you loved it.
Hey! Sis after watching your video, I had to run off to get beans for my own akara. Can't wait to try it out
Wow. Finally I got the best video tutorial for Àkàrà. Thank you. Wow
am glad you liked it. thanks for the compliment. am honored.
The best step by step method I have come across so far. Very entertaining and a bit dramatic. Above all you really taught me well. I was able to hit it right on the nail. I never thought I could make this. I love Akara. I just made it. Am saving some for my family to try. Thanks a million👍
All smiles..😁😁😁. I am so glad you loved it and learnt from this video. Ywc my dear. Say me ”enjoy” to you family
The easiest way to make Akara I have ever seen! Very well explained. I learnt a lot from this recipe too! I love Akara especially during Ramadan! Thanks sister for helping make my Iftar Akara so perfect this Ramadan. God bless.
@@fatmatanjie2044 I am glad you learnt from this video. Thanks for watching🤗
Iya oko
Vee, I like your simple, straightforward, clearly explained recipe with a lovely and level tone. Your kitchen is clean and your nails are not long and painted harboring a host of germs and touching food. I particularly like that there is no loud music in the background assaulting my delicate sensibilities as I watch you crafting. Thank you for creating content that stands out. Good job, girl!
Thanks much. I am glad it made you feel all these ways…🫶
I stumbled upon this last year and my Akara came out perfect and I still came back today...its a great video and also your presentation are perfect..God bless you with more wisdom in all aspect sweet sis
This gives me joy to read. I am glad you still find the video very useful each time you came back to view it
I just finished eating my akara which I made using your recipe. This is my 2nd attempt and I nailed it! My 1st attempt was about 8yrs ago and it was a mess! Since then, I haven't been confident to try it again. To be honest, I was going to make this last weekend using another recipe I saw on UA-cam, but instead I made moimoi, and moved the akara to this weekend. God probably wanted me to find this recipe...lol. I watched the video multiple times all through the night and went through so many comments. I find that some nuggets can always be found in the comments when people ask questions.
So, thank you so much for this recipe. My husband said it was better than the type we buy outside and that it was not oily. I was soooooo happy! But I have now been sentenced to making akara every weekend. So help me God!
Congratulations on the arrival of your baby. I wish you and your baby good health and God's blessings! I'm on standby for your moimoi recipe. :)
Awww...feedback like this make my day. I am so proud of you.
You are so correct about finding more useful information in the comment section. I always encourage people asking me comment because I might have missed that in the video.
Thanks so much for the congratulatory message. I am soaking in every moment with my little one as it is priceless and can not be gotten back if missed.
I hope to come back to recording in the nearest future. Stay tuned😉😉.
Tell hubby i concur with demanding weekend akara from you 😊😊😊. Let's go gurl!! Very soon you will even open akara business 😉😉😉..
Moimoi has been highly requested so it will definitely be one of the first videos when i resume
Thank you! It came out perfect. The best Akara I've ever made
It gladens my heart to know that it was a success😊💪💪💪
Oh my God. I tried this method today and it was the best akara i ever made. Thanks for sharing.
ywc. I am glad it came out well. do remember to share the video for others to see since you found it helpful and as a way of saying thank you to me for time spent with making the video. subscribe and turn on your notification bell beside it (if you haven't) for an instant alert on future videos.
I owe you a big vote of thanks. I made my Akara today after buying an electric hand mixer. You recommended the mixer as i have always used a wooden spoon before for mixing the dough. i made a perfectly delicious Akara. The electric hand mixer is a must. Thank you.
Kaye Da Silva I am super overjoyed that it was a success for you. You can say that again about the hand mixer. Once you use it once it will more than convince you that it is the way to go and you won’t go back🙂
Just stumbled on this...I'll try this tomorrow.Indeed,I have learnt something different from the other videos
Thanksnorm. I am glad my videos have been informative. .
Thanks. I followed your akara technique and it turned out well. Now, I am confident I can be an akara seller. God bless you xx
Amen and u too Alero. I officially induct you into the akara seller club😊
@@Veeluvstocook 😄😄😄❤️
Wow I must thank you. Followed your steps and I came out with perfect akara...wow! I'm so excited 😁
I am so happy that it came out perfect. Welcome to the club of badass akara maker😉😉
Wow! I can almost taste the fluffiness. Thanks for sharing.
I must try this recipe; it looks delicious! Thank you and God bless.
Ywc. Yes yes try it
Here in Brazil (bahia) this is a traditional food and is called acarajé, we split in half and stuffed with vatapá, caruru and pepper, the acarajé pasta has a harder consistency and we fry it in palm oil. Thanks for the video make more traditional foods from mother africa.
Niceeeeeee... that is why food is such a common language that unites us all. Someone else had mentioned that it is called acaraje in Brazil. We all learn every day, dont we😊? Hope you are subscribed and have hit the notification bell for instant alert for recipes from mother Africa 😊🤗🤗
@@Veeluvstocook ok,🤗
Nice. I watched a documentary where a woman was cooking acarajé in Bahia, Brazil. Bahia has deep West African roots, particularly Yoruba based on those brought there during slavery. Traditionally, we also fry akara with palm oil.
Don't forget that they are lots of Brazilians who have ancestral connection to Nigeria. Hence acaraje - (typical Yoruba) interesting to know that.
Greetings from Russia to you! That's what can be called an Ultimate Akara Cooking guide!!! Had tried your recipe and the result was perfect! Thanks for your detailed explanation.
Awwww thanks for the complime f. I am glad it came out perfect for yoh
Thanks a lot dear. God bless u. I have tried forever before this video but finally got it with u. Ure the bestest
Ywc Nix. I am glad you nailed it
Excellent recipe! I followed the steps as you laid them out and got the same result. 👏👏👏 I almost finished all the akara as I was frying them. 😋🤪 I highly recommend this recipe. Thank you again. 👍🏾
Ywc Mr Ben😊. I am so so glad you love it . Thanks for the recommendation. As a little support please help share this video and other videos on my channel on your social media platform. It will mean a whole lot to me. Thank you so much
Thanks Vee! I tried this recipe this morning and the taste was awesome! The outside was crunchy. My hubby kept nodding his head while eating..lolz
😁😁😁..Tell hubby he is not alone in the head nodding. My hubby still does that up till date. Men and good food!!choiiii lol
My first Akara making got every one in my family a good laugh at my expense, it was a flop. Never ventured into it again for years. But I have been wanting to try again and just stumbled on your video. Judging from the comments, it has been successful for everyone who has tried your method. So, I shall be trying it out this weekend. Thanks for the video.
Aww..i am wishing you all the best with the try. Thiz time i hope and pray the laugh will turn to admiration😊...
Just a recommendation, watch the video a couple of times noting all the tips and following ig to the "T"
I'll do this right away. I miss my Nigeria food all the way from Canada. Thank you!!
Ywc kunle. Now you will have a taste of home away from.home
@@Veeluvstocook yes o, especially when you're living a bachelor life.
This is the best Akara recipe I've watched!!! Including the crumbs! Welldone
So I tried it and it came out perfect
OGUNNIYI MOTUNRAYO thanks motunrayo
This is better than others on UA-cam. I like it round too
i am glad you like it the way i do.
Beautiful
I so much love your vibes and the way you explained every single step. you're amazing
So glad!
Thank you so much for your demonstration with fantasies ! I love your spirit! Be blessed!
Thanks much for the feedback. I am glad you like it.
Im from Zimbabwe and l tried this for the first and l loveeeeed these little protein goodies
Hey my Zimbabwean friend. I am excited that it turned our right and you had a spending first experience with it.
I like this your technique, especially the whipping bit of it, it will sure feel very fluffy in the mouth.👍😘
Thanks annie. I am glad you learnt a thing from the video. Yeh that technique gets it really really melt in the mouth feeling
Best recipe I've seen for Akra! Well done and thank you!🙆🏾♀️🙆🏾♀️
Thanks sophy...I am glad you liked it
My brethren!!! Thank you!!! I did your Akara method oooo, Jesus Is lord. It tasted so good!!!! just like the ones I buy from mana Asanta in Naija.😋😋😋😋😋😋.
i am so glad it did my brethren😀
My dear, I love the detail and work you put into this video. God bless
Amen and you too🤗
♡
Hi, thanks a lot for the simple instructions. I finally prepared the acara beans and it was sooo delicious. I did not peel the beans though but it was still very delicious!!! Thanks a lot!
Ywc doris
thank u Miss Vee, I never knew the name but I used to make it for my former boss who is a Nigerian.
Dear Sophy.... now you know 😀🙂😀. when next you are making it for anyone, you will proudly call it by its name....
Wow. Finally a video I can follow !!! Thank you
awww... Thanks much and I am glad I am able to guide you through the steps... I have other videos on my channel if you enjoyed my style of teaching.
I prepared an amazing akara yesterday just by watching your video.. my husband and friend kept asking me how i did it.. that it's one of the best akara they've had in a long while.. i was so excited..
Cooking is my hobby.. i love it so much.. you've a new subscriber.. Thank you thank you thank you
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Am proud of you Hannah.
Wow I love the recipe I just try it today it was delicious and my family enjoyed it 💗💗💗💗💗
Yipeeeeee....💃💃💃💃💃. Am glad your family loved it. It pleases my soul. Mission accomplished. Btw, are you subscribed yet? If yes, is your notification bell turned on? 😊. I have other videos you will hopefully find your family licking their hand while eating😊. Inshort my latest video is how to make ewa agoyin sauce .. very very versatile sauce
I love your recipe. I tried it out and my akara came out delicious. Soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside. Thanks for sharing😘😍
perfecto😀
Woww I tried dis method yesterday, and it came out beautiful.... Tnk u so much for sharing
Awww.. I am so glad it turned out nice
Wow, wow, it is good to know what you are doing and how to do what you do, I have seen lots of videos, but yours is a class apart, lovely; if you know Akara well, you would be able to tell what a lovely outcome this Akara you made will be, it seems light and don't hold too much oil, this is the major challenges with making Akara, thanks for putting out a good work, I never subscribed before, this is the first time I will go that length.
Awwwwww... Merci. Thank you thank you thank you. Feedback like this gets me more motivated. I appreciate you noting the good work and also going the extra length to sub. While at it, hope you remember to ring that notification bell beside the subscribe button so that you will get an instant alert on new videos which are every weekend. Thanks. Let me know when you try it and how it came out.
For more than fifty years this recipe has surface like my hausa auntie,thank you.
Glad to bring back memories for yoh
I watched this recipe, tried it and it turns out looking inviting and very delicious. I feel like eating it everyday. Thumbs up for you.
So glad it came it as expected 😊.
Happy to bump into your video. Have been doing my very wrongly. I’m on my way now to the shop and grab a mixer . Thanks in a million
Ywc ola. Let me know if you need more help along the way . Let me know how it turns out aiit. Thanks
Hey sis, I love your cooking. Thank you very much for sharing your recipe I definitely will try that..
Thanks my sis. I am glad you enjoy it. I have other videos on my channel you can check out if you love my means of cooking... let me know the outcome when you try it
Verily, verily, I say unto you, calm your body down😂😂 Thanks for the recipe beauty.🤗🤗😘
Hahahahaha my Soso. I am just seeing this. Yeh I became a pastor of akara hahaha
This is perfect just the way I learned when I was in Nigeria! And very
Delicious. Is there another name for honey beans. I was taught with black eyed beans.
Wow... Thanks a lot, it came out beautiful. My family enjoyed it
And now, here is 3 gbosa for you my sister...💪💪💪. Am glad your family enjoyed it as much as my family do
Great job. Instead of the double blending i did your whisking method and i nailed it. God bless u sis and congrats too.
Ywc . Thanks much.
Cant wait to try it this is amazing and I am loving your channel already u have gotten a new subscriber 🥰🥰🥰🥰🙋♂️
I am glad you found my channel and loving it.
Thank you for this recipe, I tried it and it came out perfect 👌🏽
I’m glad it came out well for you.
Oh my God! I really enjoy this recipe
I am glad you did
Wow! I just tried this recipe and it came out very very well. Before you know it the bowl is empty. Thank you so much.
Yipee... high five my fellow akara maker😁😉😉
This my first time of seeing your video ❤❤👍🏽I just subscribe to your channel,and I love it
Thanks Gifty😊
My 9year old and I were looking for Akara recipes and we stumbled on yours. You got yourself a fan. What’s not to love? From the lovely Nigerian accent to your detailed step by step explanation. I’m making this on Sunday when I’m off duty🥰 xo
Awww. I am glad you found me. Thanks for the positive comment. I am waiting on you feedback on sunday. Please let me know if you need more help. Tell your 9year old you both got this.
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Thanks much I appreciate it.
The best recip on UA-cam. Thanks 👍
Thank you . I really hope you do try it out one of these days and leave me a feedback
Oh! I love your recipe. Its worth trying
Am excited it was worth it
This is the best akara recipe I have ever come across. Well done girl.
Thanks much
Showing some love to your channel, beautiful, and you can cook, perfect combination! 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾
Awww thanks PC fam. I appreciate you....c you in class today
Hey Sir ✌️. Been missing you in PC.
Wow..this is it..this is the video of the century.. Outstanding!
Thanks Prisca. I hope you will give it a try and leave me a feedback comment.🤗
U inspired me to make akara for breakfast this morning and I followed your procedure judiciously .the outcome was amazing. Tnx again!
@@priscaobijuru2969 yippeeeee... welcome to the club of "akara maker badass"😁😁😁. Am proud of you.
Best recipe for akara. I had a swell time eating it. Thanks
Thanks dear. I am glad you nailed it.
I came back to say “Thank you”
Tried this today and it was perfect.
29Buchi yippee... thanks for coming back to give me a feedback
I watched your Akara video yesterday and followed your method to a "T" today, and let me just say, it came out PERFECTLY! I would highly recommend your video, and I'm glad I stumbled upon it. Thanks again, and keep posting 🥰🥰
Feedback like this give me greatest joy. I am so excited to hear that you nailed it gurl. Thanks for the recommendation (it will help someone else out). Remember to subscribe and ring the notification bell beside it to get instant notifications when I upload new videos.
Keep being awesome Bebe
@@Veeluvstocook Absolutely! I'll be looking forward to more videos 😍😍
@@bebeak2927 mercie
تسلم يدك ان شاء الله راح اجرب طريقتك شكلها لذيذة😋
Wow this akara is amazing. U are the best .
Thanks sammy
Will try this tomorrow, thanks for sharing
I made another akara today again my family love 💖 it bless you dear.
Whoop whoop. I love that. I tell you no looking back for me. You are officially a badass akara maker hahahaha
Veeluvstocook_ yes ooooo even my little once love it 😍
Happy new year. Thanks for this video. I now make good akara.
Happy new Year Dorathy😁
You are right Hilda best Akara it is , making mine for my family this weekend 😋😋yummy looking tasty Akara
lets go there Freda. share feedback please😀😀
You are beautiful 😊thank you for the delicious recipe my akara was needing help😂😂😂
I am so glad I was of help Kiki
"Verily verily I say unto you: calm yourself down!"
Ha ha you know my mind!
Hahahaha my person. Na so o
Very funny
Omg!!!!!!! You are indeed the Akara boss respect!!!!!!!
Am loyal ma. Thanks
Love it, never thought about the beating thanks!
you welcome Ams. we learn everyday dont we?
Omg you look like the actress Mary Remmy!! Beautiful 😍🤗
DST hbbh
I initially thought it was her o
just seeing this technique of preparing akara will try it sincerely...
I told you 😊😊😊. I have tons of video you will love on my channel😊. Remember to leave me your feedback when you do and hit that share button. Thank you
Bravo my friend for showing us a superb tutorial of akara
Thanks Nana
Tanks for sharing it is the simplest method I've Eva seen tanks alot
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Tasted for the 1st time yesterday at International Food dishes for Black History month. It was the best. We learned that the Akara is blacked peas so every time someone asked what the dish was , they were told blackeyed peas, they were amazed and just had to try it. Pleasantly surprised!
Welcome to Africa
Hi. Nice video. You don't have to use your hands to scrub the peels. You can remove the peels in less than a minute with the the lowest range of your blender and the beans will remain intact while the peel will be off.. Just make sure there is a lot of water in it.
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for the recommendation. I do that when I have a large amount of beans to skin. I dont feel it is necessary for me to use it for a cup of beans 😁.... moreover I just wanted to go old school on this and make it as basic as it can be(no bells or whistle). However thanks for sharing your knowledge someone might find it useful on here🤗
@@Veeluvstocook ok. I get it. I always go the lazy way whether is is half a cup 😀. Much luv.
@@ayishetuomoragbon6494 hahaha at lazy way. It is really not a lazy way for me using my hand to scrub it self is more lazy way cos I wont have to deal with having to rinse and clean up my big food processor and have to wash again after blending hahahha. But eh whatever is faster to one is a sure way to go. Thanks much for the love
I just watched this and i make best of akara i have ever made. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Am overjoyed you nailed it
Looks very lovely ma !!! Job well done !! Going to try this !!
Thanks Jenny ..I am glad you like it
Best Akara on planet earth. Thanks so much for the tips..
Did you try it? Did you try it?💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃. Thanks for the compliment and ywc. Be sure to check up my other videos and also ring your notification bell to get alert on my new videos which is every weekend
Excellent akara
You are the best!
@@roheyjobemboob3230 thanks much
@@adesuaomokhodion612 awww am humbled
Looks so good, love your channel. Can you use any type of beans for akara? also, do you ever leave the batter to ferment before you whip it? or is that a different recipe
Thanks much.
Well not any type of beans can be used for traditional Nigerian akara. The most commonly used ones are honey beans, brown beans, black eye peas.
No I do not leave the batter to ferment cos it will become rancid(sour). I only soak the dry beans in salted water to get it hydrated and soften to ease blending and reduce the work on the blender machine.
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Happy frying. Let me know how it turns out.
@@Veeluvstocook thanks for the reply! I will try it out and let you know :)
This looks great. I will try to make the recipe again. Unfortunately, I do not own a hand mixer.
I need a small business to use and begin to make money everyday, I think I can start with this one though I am a man. Thank you for for posting this video.
😂😂ok o
So some people everything they gonna Dislike . I will said you done ✅ a great 👍
Yes she done a great job
MashaAllah
such is life Adm 🙂
Wow! This is good information, great job sis. Now let me go and get some beans to make àkàrà this weekend.
let's go there 😀🤓.. Let me know how you like it. send mine through DHL abeg.
Indeed a guide and a great good one too. Thank you.
Ywc. Glad it was helpful
The best so far
Thanks mary
If u see the way am swallowing my spite
Chai.....
I will try this method next week when am free
Love from Dublin
Awwww... No vex Eli. Not my intention
Hiiii! Is it advisable to add salt and maggi to the batter before frying? Also can you just whisk it you don’t have a mixer?
i will recommend added it before beating air into it or during blending the beans. You do not want to add it after incorporating the air so that you do not risk deflating the air already added... Whisking will require you to do a lot of arm exercise to achieve the fluffiness the mixer will give.
Veeluvstocook_ I tried your method a few days ago and it was superb👍 Although I used a whisk and not a mixer , it still came out well. The idea of incorporating air into the mixture really made it fluffy on the inside. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
@@damilolaoladunjoye4901 Yipeeee... that is what I am talking about. Welcome to the club of badass akara makers🤗. I appreciate you stopping by to leave me your feedback. It is worth more than a million dollars3😁
I tried mine it came out perfectly 🥰🥰🥰 thanks sis😘
Welcome to the akara maker group😁
I have never seen anyone make a batter out of bean. That was satifying for me to watch. Very nice job. I might try it one day (minus those peppers, my stomach can't handle spicy food). Thanks for sharing. 🤗
Thanks for leaving me a comment. I love reading it. please fo try it very soonest 😉😉😉😉 and let me know how it turns out. yeh you can leave out the pepper. Though i only used 1 piece😀
It best with agege bread and my friend call it African burger
Yes oooo @African burger.
Thank you for sharing this video. My akara came out fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. My guests enjoyed it so much! I am addicted. Lol 😂. Do you have any recipes for cooking stew or jellof rice?
Ywc. I am glad they all loved it. Sure I have tons of more interesting videos on my channel including stew and jollof rice. Are you subscribed to my channel?
Thanks for this recipe. My akara has always been flat , I will definitely follow this awesome recipe
You are welcome... i will be waiting eagerly for your feedback😊. Let me know if you need more help.
This looks lush and easy to make. Thank you ooh, as in someone is here doing me yanga ooh, because I dey ask them how to make it...
Kiki Kiki eiyah. No worry very soon you go do your own tanga 😀😀😀