Black-Eye Pea Fritter

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1 pound dried black-eye peas, picked through and rinsed

1 medium onion, minced

6 garlic cloves, minced

6 scallions, chopped

1/2 cup chopped parsley

1 teaspoon ground allspice

1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder

1 to 2 teaspoons kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Vegetable oil, for frying

Cilantro Yogurt Sauce, for dipping, recipe follows

Cilantro Yogurt Sauce:

1 cup plain yogurt

1/2 cup chopped cilantro

1 cup grated and squeezed cucumber

1 garlic clove, minced

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 teaspoon sugar

Salt

Pepper