SALT COD FISH FRITTERS

Salt Cod Fish Fritters image

Provided by Maximus67

Time 1h

Yield 50 fritters, 50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb salt cod fish
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 large garlic clove, crushed
1 cup water
2 stalks scallions, chopped
1/2 habanero pepper, finely chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
oil, enough (for frying)

Steps:

Soak the cod fish in cold water for 2 hours or longer, according the saltiness and hardness of the fish.
Drain, rinse and place in a small saucepan. Pour boiling water over the fish and allow to stand 5 minutes.
Drain. Remove any bones and skin and shred the fish.
Sift the flour and baking powder into a large bowl.
Add the garlic, scallion, pepper (very hot use according to taste), water and canola oil and mix to a smooth batter. Add the shredded fish and mix well.
Heat oil to 370F in a deep fryer or large, heavy saucepan. Fry the the mixture by teaspoonfuls until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels, keep warm and serve hot as hors-oeuvres.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 34.4, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 6.9, Sodium 333.6, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.4

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