Fried Beans, Bean Fritters, Croquettes, Cakes, and Fries

If you eat a lot of beans, variety becomes increasingly important. The recipes in this section turn ordinary legumes into beloved snacks, accompaniments, and main dishes. The transformation is so complete that you might not even recognize the beans anymore, but the results are usually crisp, always tasty, and super-easy, because you usually start with cooked (or canned) beans.