Description
Crispy Saltfish Fritters are savory morsels from the Caribbean, combining flaky salted cod with fresh herbs and spices for a delightful snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces boneless salted cod, soaked and shredded
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Soak the salted cod in water for at least 24 hours, changing the water several times to remove excess salt. Drain and shred the fish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, granulated garlic, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Incorporate the shredded saltfish, chopped green onions, and parsley into the mixture, folding gently.
- Gradually add water until the mixture forms a thick batter that holds together.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Spoon batter into the hot oil, frying in batches for about 3-4 minutes, turning until golden brown.
- Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with dipping sauces.
Notes
- Soak the cod for at least 24 hours to reduce saltiness.
- Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
- Adjust cayenne pepper for desired heat.
- Regular onions can substitute green onions.
- Prep Time: 24 hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Crispy Saltfish Fritters, Caribbean appetizer, salted cod, fritters