Athena'S Bakaliaros Me Skorthalia (Fried Cod With G

Name: Athena'S Bakaliaros Me Skorthalia (Fried Cod With Garlic Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs dry salt cod fish or 2 1/2 lbs frozen desalinated cod steaks; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup water; 1 cup olive oil; Skorthalia; 1 1/2 lbs potatoes, for boiling; 12 garlic cloves (minced or grated); 1 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/3 cup good quality wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lbs dry salt cod fish or 2 1/2 lbs frozen desalinated cod steaks
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1 cup olive oil
Skorthalia
1 1/2 lbs potatoes, for boiling
12 garlic cloves (minced or grated)
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup good quality wine vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1
If using dry salt cod: Soak in water for 12 hours or overnight (in the refrigerator if the weather is warm), changing the water 4-6 times. Scrape off scales and remove visible bones, if any. If using frozen desalinated cod: Defrost and scrape off scales, if any. (Frozen steaks usually have no visible bones.)
2
Make the Skorthalia ahead of time. Peel the potatoes and boil in salted water until well done (easily pierced with a fork). Sprinkle with pepper and mash.
3
In the blender bowl of the food processor (or with a hand mixer), puree the potatoes and garlic until well mixed, about 30-45 seconds.
4
Still pureeing, slowly add the olive oil and vinegar, alternating between them until the mixture is smooth. Skorthalia should be creamy and thick.
5
If it gets too thick, add a little cold water (not more than 1/4 cup).
6
When ready to cook, cut the fish into 1 1/2 to 2 inch slices.
7
In a bowl, add the flour slowly to the water, stirring briskly with a wire whisk or fork until the flour has dissolved. The batter will be fairly thin.
8
Dip the fish into the batter and fry in hot oil, about 6-10 minutes per side (depending on the thickness) until dark golden.
9
Serve with one fourth of skorthalia garlic puree mixture per person.

2520

kcal

Calories

171

Fat

151

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs dry salt cod fish or 2 1/2 lbs frozen desalinated cod steaks, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup water, 1 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Athena'S Bakaliaros Me Skorthalia (Fried Cod With Garlic Sauce) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Athena'S Bakaliaros Me Skorthalia (Fried Cod With Garlic Sauce)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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