Bacalaitos - Fried Codfish Fritter

By ladyinblue

Cod Fritters the Puerto Rican Way
makes app. 30
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min; plus soaking time

Ingredients

• 1 lb. salted codfish
• 2 cups flour
• 2 tsp. baking powder
• 1 tsp. Adobo All Purpose Seasoning with Pepper
• 2 cups water
• 1 tsp. minced garlic
• 2 tsp. fresh cilantro, minced
• vegetable oil for frying

Preparation

Step 1

1. Soak fish in cold water for three hours or overnight in refrigerator.

2. Drain; rinse with cold water several times.

3. In a saucepan, cover codfish with water, bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.

4. Cool, remove skin and bones. Shred the fish. In a bowl, make a batter by whisking together the flour, baking powder, Adobo and water. When smooth, mix in the garlic, cilantro and shredded fish.

5. In a skillet, heat 1/4 inch of oil on medium heat. Drop the batter by spoonful and cook until golden brown. Drain on paper towel.