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Guyanese Pholourie

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Description

No Guyanese gathering is complete without a platter of pholourie. These savory split pea fritters are a delicious crowd-pleasing snack or appetizer.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 teaspoon (2g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (4g) active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup lukewarm water
  • 1 cup (160g) split pea flour (see Recipe Note)
  • 1 1/4 cup (150g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon (6g) geera (roasted ground cumin, see Recipe Note)
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2g) turmeric powder
  • 2 teaspoons (4g) salt
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 4 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1 small habanero or Scotch bonnet pepper, minced
  • 6 drops yellow food coloring
  • 2 cups neutral oil, for frying such as canola or vegetable oil