Cod & Potato Tapas

1. 1

   Rinse and soak the cod 12 hours or overnight in several changes of cold water.

2. 2

   Drain, place in a large saucepan. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Simmer until fish flakes easily when poked with a knife about 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain , cool and remove skin and bones.

4. 4

   Shred finely in the food processor making sure ther are no chunks.

5. 5

   Combine cod, potatoes, onion, parsley , lemon juice, nutmeg and pepper. taste and adjust seasoning.

6. 6

   Stir in eggs to form a firm , malleable mixture.

7. 7

   Using a dessert spoon scoop up a heaping spoon full of cod mixture. With a second dessert spoon cupped over the first press and form a rounded oval allowing excess to fall back into bowl. Place on a tray. continue with rest of mixture.

8. 8

   In 3 inches of oil heated to 375F deep fry ovals about 8 at a time till golden and crisp. Drain immediately.

9. 9

   Serve with lemon and olives.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.