Dried Split Pea Fritters

Soak the split peas

1. Soak the split peas in water from the night before or for at least 5 hours.
2. Drain them well before using.

Prepare the mixture

3. In the blender, place the soaked split peas, the onion, the garlic and a splash of water to facilitate blending.
4. While blending, incorporate the egg little by little.
5. Add salt and pepper and blend again to mix well. Taste and adjust the salt.
6. If the batter is too liquid, add cornstarch until you achieve an appropriate consistency for frying.
7. Pour the mixture into a bowl and incorporate the chopped parsley, mixing gently with a wooden spoon.

Fry the fritters

8. Heat plenty of oil in a frying pan.
9. Using a spoon, shape the fritters and place them in the hot oil.
10. Fry until golden on both sides.
11. Remove and drain on kitchen paper to remove excess oil. Serve hot and enjoy!