BrazilianSnackGluten Free

Acarajé

Acarajé is a snack brazilian recipe with 450 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

450 kcal

Total Time

50 min

Servings

1

Protein

15 g

Ingredients

  • black-eyed peas1 cup
  • onion, chopped.5 piece
  • SaltTo taste
  • Dendê (palm oil)As needed
  • Vatapá, caruru, and dried shrimp for fillingAs needed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Soak and peel black-eyed peas.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Blend the peas with onion and salt to make a thick batter.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Heat dendê (palm oil) in a deep pan.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Fry spoonfuls of the batter in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Split the acarajé and fill with vatapá, caruru, and shrimp.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Serve immediately.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

450

Protein

15g

Carbs

40g

Fat

25g

Fiber

8g

Micronutrients

Iron

4 mg

Zinc

2 mg

Sodium

600 mg

Calcium

120 mg

Folate

200 mcg

Magnesium

100 mg

Potassium

500 mg

Vitamin C

8 mg

Vitamin A

200 mcg

Vitamin B12

0 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

Yes

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

Gluten

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Acarajé works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Acarajé

How many calories are in Acarajé?

Acarajé has about 450 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Acarajé suitable for vegetarians?

No. Acarajé is not vegetarian as written because it includes Vatapá, caruru, and dried shrimp for filling.

Is Acarajé gluten-free?

Yes. Acarajé is gluten-free as written, but always double-check packaged ingredients if cross-contact matters to you.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Acarajé?

Yes. This recipe includes Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Acarajé ahead of time?

Acarajé works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

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