Small, round, golden fried fritters made from a split pea flour batter seasoned with turmeric, cumin, garlic, and pepper. Served as a popular street snack with tamarind or mango chutney for dipping.
Ingredients
2 cups split pea flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp cumin
3 cloves garlic minced
1 scotch bonnet pepper minced
1 tsp baking powder
water to form batter
vegetable oil for frying
salt to taste
Instructions
1Mix split pea flour, all-purpose flour, turmeric, cumin, baking powder, and salt.
2Add garlic, pepper, and enough water to make a thick, smooth batter.
3Heat oil to 350F in a deep pot.
4Drop tablespoons of batter into hot oil and fry until golden brown, turning as needed.
5Drain on paper towels and serve hot with tamarind chutney.
Did You Know?
Pholourie vendors are found at every fete, cricket match, and roadside gathering in Trinidad. The perfect pholourie is crispy outside and fluffy inside.