Accra (Saltfish Cakes) Recipe Recipe

Name: Accra (Saltfish Cakes) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tsp Active dry yeast; 1/2 c. Water, hot; 1/2 lb Codfish, salt, boneless; 1 c. Flour, all-purpose; 1 tsp Sugar, granulated; 1/4 c. Onions, finely minced; 1 x Garlic cloves, minced fine; 1 Tbsp. Pepper, warm, seeded, minced fine; 1 Tbsp. Chives, minced fine; Salt, to taste; Pepper, black, to taste; Oil, vegetable

Servings: persons

2 tsp Active dry yeast
1/2 c. Water, hot
1/2 lb Codfish, salt, boneless
1 c. Flour, all-purpose
1 tsp Sugar, granulated
1/4 c. Onions, finely minced
1 x Garlic cloves, minced fine
1 Tbsp. Pepper, warm, seeded, minced fine
1 Tbsp. Chives, minced fine
Salt, to taste
Pepper, black, to taste
Oil, vegetable

1
Sprinkle the yeast on hot water and stand for 10 min.
2
Pour boiling water over codfish, allow to cold.
3
Rinse in cool water, remove skin and bones, and shred fish very fine.
4
Mix fish with flour, sugar, onions, garlic, peppers, chives, salt and generous amount of pepper.
5
Add in yeast and beat till smooth.
6
Allow to rise for 1 1/2-2 hrs in hot, draft-free place.
7
Drop by Tbsp.
8
into warm oil (370F) and fry till golden.
9
Drain on paper towels and serve warm.

268

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tsp Active dry yeast, 1/2 c. Water, hot, 1/2 lb Codfish, salt, boneless, 1 c. Flour, all-purpose, and more.

Yes, Accra (Saltfish Cakes) Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Accra (Saltfish Cakes) Recipe

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