Spicy Black Eyed Pea Fritters

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

In the bottom of a large mixing bowl, lightly beat your egg with a fork. Add mashed black eyed peas, jalapeño, cheese, salt, pepper, and flour and stir until well-mixed.

With a large spoon, scoop mixture and drop into the hot skillet (I fit 3 at a time into my skillet). Flatten the mounds slightly with the spoon and cook 2-3 minutes. Flip fritters and cook another 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and cook the rest of the fritters the same way.