Black-Eyed Pea Fritters with Hot Pepper Sauce

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup dried black-eyed peas, sorted, soaked overnight, drained, and rinsed
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water
• 1/2 medium onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon minced thyme
• 1/2 cup raw peanuts
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
• 5 cups coconut oil