Bacalaitos (Salt Codfish Fritters)

Ingredients 

1/2 lb codfish, salt
2 cup flour, all-purpose
2 teaspoon baking powder
1 large garlic cloves; crushed
1 cup water 1 tablespoon annatto oil 1  oil, vegetable; for frying

Method

Soak the codfish in cold water for 2 hours or longer, according the 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, water and annatto 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-d'aeuvres.


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1 comments:

Satrya said...

nice recipes

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