akara

1. noun: A popular West African snack made from a deep-fried batter of ground beans. The batter is seasoned with onions, pepper, and various spices before being shaped into small balls and fried until golden brown.
   • My grandma dey make di best akara.
     • My grandmother makes the best akara.
   • Dis akara dey remind me of my childhood days.
     • This akara reminds me of my childhood.

Etymology

Loanword from Yoruba (àkàrà).