Salt Cod Fritters
User Reviews
5
Salt Cod Fritters
Description
The Salt Cod Fritters recipe begins with finely shredded salt cod and mashed potatoes that are mixed together with garlic lightly browned in lard or butter, fresh minced herbs like parsley or chives, flour, and baking powder to bind the mixture. Once eggs are added and seasoning adjusted, the batter is chilled to help it set for easier shaping and frying.
The fritters are fried in hot oil, developing a crispy golden exterior while maintaining a soft, flavorful inside that showcases the cod's saltiness alongside herbal freshness and subtle garlic notes. The mashing and steaming of potatoes avoid moisture issues, providing a creamy texture inside.
These fritters make a versatile dish that can be served as finger food at gatherings or a savory snack with dipping sauces. Their balanced taste and crispy texture make them an appealing way to use salt cod.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound salt cod flaked, reconstituted
- 1 russet potato peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs parsley, chives, basil, etc, minced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lard or butter
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Pulse the salt cod in a food processor until it is finely shredded. Boil the potato in salty water until it's tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set the pot back on the stovetop to keep heating. Return the drained potatoes to the pot and let them steam for a minute or so; this prevents you from getting wet mashed potatoes. Mash them very well. Alternatively, run the cooked potatoes through a ricer or a food mill.
- Saute the garlic in the lard or butter until it just barely begins to color, about 2 minutes. Let this cool a bit and add it to a large bowl with the salt cod and mashed potatoes. Add in the herbs and flour and mix well.
- Once the mixture is cool, mix in the eggs and baking powder, and add salt and black pepper to taste. If tasting a mixture with raw eggs freaks you out, taste before you add them. Let this mixture chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight.
- Get at least 2 inches of oil hot in a heavy pot, or use a deep fryer. You want the oil about 350F. As the oil is heating, scoop out a tablespoon of the salt cod mixture and roll it into a ball. Line these balls up on a cutting board so you have them ready to go. Set a cooling rack on a baking sheet and set that in the oven. Set the oven to 225F.
- Fry the fritters for about 3 minutes each, or until they are a pretty golden brown. Move them to the rack in the oven to keep cooking a bit. Once your last fritters are in the oven, wait 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 146 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 146kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 2015mg | 84% |
| Potassium | 567mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 271IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
