This post may contain affiliate links.See my disclosure policy.If yellow split peas aren’t something you use very often, get ready for a fabulous way to enjoy them! Known as Baya Kyaw, these Burmese yellow split pea fritters are crispy, spicy, and packed with flavor! They’re also naturally gluten free, dairy free, and vegan.

Most commonly referred to as Burma, the nation’s official name is the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, a sovereign state in Southeast Asia bordered by India, Thailand, Bangladesh, China and Laos. Burma’s cultural influences are as varied as their nation’s different ethnic groups and their cuisine covers the range of seafood, meat, poultry rice, noodles, wheat, potatoes, tomatoes, beans and a variety of fermented foods.These Burmese split yellow pea fritters incorporate the traditional flavors of Burma and are so tasty, I’m confident you’re going to love them as much as I do! Another bonus is that they can be prepared far in advance, in fact I recommend it because the flavors will only improve.

Make the fritter batter and refrigerate it as is, or form them into patties and refrigerate them until you’re ready to fry them.Serving Suggestions These Burmese split pea fritters can be served as appetizers or as a light main course with your favorite dipping sauce like my homemade Sweet Chili Sauce.Just pair it with a salad or some steamed or grilled veggies for a complete meal.

I also like to think of these as “Burmese falafel”.Ju

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