Acras de Morue

1. 1

   For the batter, mix the flour and the seasoning together in a medium-size bowl.

2. 2

   Make a well in the middle of the flour mixture and break the eggs into the well 1 at a time while beating the mixture has become a thick, uniform paste.

3. 3

   Cover the bowl with a dampened cloth and allow it to rest for 1 to 4 hours.

4. 4

   For the fish, place the flaked codfish, thyme, parsley, scallion, chives, allspice, and chile in the bowl of a food processor and grind them together into a thick paste.

5. 5

   Fold this paste into the acras batter.

6. 6

   Meanwhile, heat 2 inches of corn oil to 350 to 375 degrees F in a heavy cast-iron pot or deep fryer.

7. 7

   Drop the acras into it by the teaspoonful.

8. 8

   Fry until they are light brown, turning once.

9. 9

   When done, remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.