Bacalaitos, Cod Fritters Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb salt cod fish 
• 2 cups flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp adobo with pepper
• 2 cups water
• 1 tsp minced garlic clove
• 2 tsp cilantro
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• oil (for frying)

Procedure:

Desalt the codfish by soaking it in cold water overnight in the refrigerator, change the water at least 3 times. In a saucepan, cover codfish with water, bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. 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 garlic, cilantro and shredded fish. Season to taste with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat 1/4" of oil on medium heat. Drop the batter by spoonfuls into hot oil and cook until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towel to remove excess oil and serve.