COD FISH FRITTERS

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Got a pound of boneless salt cod? Try this recipe for glorious deep-fried Cod Fish Fritters! You probably already have everything you need for these Cod Fish Fritters in the pantry.

Provided by My Food and Family

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Time 8h45m

Yield Makes about 2 doz. or 12 servings, about 2 fritters each.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 lb. boneless salt cod
1/2 cup flour
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
2 eggs
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 qt. (4 cups) oil, for frying

Steps:

Place fish in large bowl. Add enough water to completely cover fish. Let stand at room temperature 8 hours, changing the water at least every 2 hours to remove excess salt. Rinse fish; place in large skillet.
Add enough water to completely cover fish; bring to boil on medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 min or until fish is tender. Rinse fish. Shred with fork; place in medium bowl. Add flour, water, onions, eggs, parsley, baking powder and pepper; mix well.
Heat oil in large deep skillet to 375°F. Carefully add level tablespoonfuls of the fish mixture, in batches, to skillet. Cook until golden brown, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 120 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 11 g