Salt Cod Fish Fritters

Cod fish fritters

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 50
• Yields: 50 fritters

Ingredients

• 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)

Directions

1. Soak the cod fish in cold water for 2 hours or longer, according the saltiness and hardness of the fish.
2. Drain, rinse and place in a small saucepan. Pour boiling water over the fish and allow to stand 5 minutes.
3. Drain. Remove any bones and skin and shred the fish.
4. Sift the flour and baking powder into a large bowl.
5. 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.
6. Heat oil to 370F in a deep fryer or large, heavy saucepan. Fry the the mixture by teaspoonfuls until golden brown.
7. Drain on paper towels, keep warm and serve hot as hors-oeuvres.