They're traditionally eaten on Shrove Tuesday (8)

I believe the answer is:

pancakes

(Other definitions for pancakes that I've seen before include "Strange pea snack for Shrove Tuesday" , "Items of fried batter" , "Traditional fare on Shrove Tuesday" , "Strange pea snack eaten before Lent" , "A favourite on Shrove Tuesday" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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