Akara
Fluffy deep-fried bean-batter fritters for breakfast.
About Akara
Black-eyed peas are peeled, ground and whipped with onion and pepper into a light batter, then spooned into hot oil and fried into crisp, airy fritters. They are a classic West African breakfast street food.
✅ Before you go to Nigeria
Round out your trip — most travellers book these alongside their trip.
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