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Receta Brazil -- Acarajé (Black Eyed Peas Fritters - Vegetarian recipe)
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Ingredientes
- Black eyed Peas - 1cup
- Onion - 1 small, coarsely chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Red Chili powder - 1tsp (adjust as per taste)
- Ground Cumin - 1tsp
- Bread Crumbs - ¼~½ cup
- Salt - to taste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 184g | |
| Calories 371 | |
| Calories from Fat 43 | 12% |
| Total Fat 4.87g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat 1.05g | 4% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 601mg | 25% |
| Potassium 351mg | 10% |
| Total Carbs 69.34g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 19% |
| Sugars 9.29g | 6% |
| Protein 12.44g | 20% |
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