Black Bean Taco Fritters with Spicy Mayo

Name: Black Bean Taco Fritters with Spicy Mayo
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 5 strips bacon, cut into small dice; 2 small onions, diced; 2 ribs celery, cut into small dice; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 1/2 lemons, juiced; 6 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained, divided; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 eggs, whisked; 1/2 cup grated Cheddar; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Vegetable oil, for frying; Hot sauce; 2 cups mayonnaise; 2 cups cornmeal; 2 cups all-purpose flour; Chopped fresh chives, for garnish