Bacalaitos (Salted Cod Fritters)

1. 1

   Rinse cod under cold water to remove some of the salt.

2. 2

   Boil cod in a large pot for 15 minutes, change water and boil for another 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain the cod and set aside until it is cool enought to handle.

4. 4

   Shred the cod using your fingers.

5. 5

   Make sure that there are no bones and remove any skin; set aside.

6. 6

   In a mortar and pestle, mash together garlic cloves and sofrito.

7. 7

   Combine flour, baking powder, salt and garlic; mash together in a bowl.

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   Add water a little at a time, whisking together until well combined and smooth.

9. 9

   Fold in shredded cod.

10. 10

    Heat oil in a deep skillet to 375 degrees.

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    Ladle batter into oil, making sure not to crowd the fritters or they may stick together.

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    Fry until they are a nice golden color, turning once.

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    Use a slotted spoon to remove any batter bits that are floating in the oil.

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    Drain on plate lined with paper towels.

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    Note: see the related blog post for sofrito.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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