Gateaux piments

Gateaux piments is a traditional dish originating from Mauritius. These chili fritters are made with a combination of chopped hot chili peppers, split peas, cumin, green onions, cilantro, and turmeric. The split peas are pulsed and mixed with the other ingredients, and the combination is then shaped into small balls and fried in oil until golden and fully cooked. This dish is often served at street food stalls in Mauritius, but it can also be made at home. Gateaux piments are usually eaten for breakfast, accompanied by buttered white bap bread.