Nigerian Akara Pancakes

Ingredients:
1-¼ cup black-eyed beans
1 small onion
¼ cup palm oil
1 fresh basil leaf
1 fresh coriander leaf
1 sprig fresh thyme
½ garlic clove
1 dissolved vegetable stock cube
Extra oil for frying
Salt to taste

Preparation:
Soak beans overnight or at least four hours. De-husk and blend with all the other ingredients. Allow standing for 10-15 minutes.  Pour a little oil in frying pan. Heat until hot. Scoop tablespoonfuls of the paste into the oil to form pancakes. Best to fry 3-4 at a time.

Turn pancakes when golden brown on the under side. Take care to keep them from sticking together. If they do stick separate with a knife when cooked. Sprinkle with black pepper.