Gateaux Piment (Mauritian split-pea fritters)
Mauritian fritters made with yellow split peas, chilli and coriander: makes about 25 pieces, or approximately 4 snack servings. Active time is an estimate; soak the peas overnight.
Gateaux Piment are small split-pea fritters commonly enjoyed as a snack in Mauritius. This version combines soaked yellow split peas, spring onion, coriander and green chilli, then fries the fritters in batches until golden and cooked through.
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Method
- 01
Soak the peas
Put the split peas in a large bowl, cover with cold water and leave them to soak overnight. Then drain them very well.
Ready to continue when: The peas have puffed up slightly and are thoroughly drained.
480 min - 02
Blend the peas
Blend the drained peas to make a coarse paste that holds together when pressed.
Ready to continue when: The paste retains some texture but clumps together when pressed.
5 min - 03
Mix in the seasonings
Transfer the paste to a bowl and add the spring onions, fresh coriander, green chillies and salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
Ready to continue when: The spring onions, coriander, chillies and salt are evenly dispersed through the mixture.
3 min - 04
Shape the fritters
Take one tablespoon of the mixture at a time and press it firmly between your hands to form a ball. Repeat until the mixture is used up.
Ready to continue when: The mixture is shaped into compact balls that hold together when handled gently.
10 min - 05
Fry in batches
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or deep fryer. Fry the balls in small batches, moving them gently so they brown on all sides. If they brown too quickly, lower the heat so they cook through inside.
Temperature: 180 °C / 356 °FReady to continue when: The fritters are golden on the outside and cooked through inside.
15 min - 06
Drain and serve
Lift the fritters out with a slotted spoon and let them drain on a rack with kitchen paper underneath. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Ready to continue when: The excess oil has drained away and the fritters are ready to serve.
2 min
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