Codfish Puppies Recipe

Name: Codfish Puppies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound dried salted cod; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for frying; 1/4 cup finely diced onion; 1 celery stalk, finely diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 scallion, finely diced; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves; 1 lime, zested and juiced; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 cup milk; 1 egg; Lime wedges, for garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 pound dried salted cod
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for frying
1/4 cup finely diced onion
1 celery stalk, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 scallion, finely diced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
Lime wedges, for garnish

1
Place cod in a pot and fill with cold water, covering cod completely.
2
Soak at least 12 hours, at room temperature Remove from water and rinse.
3
Heat oil to 360 degrees F in a deep pot until it comes about 2 inches up the side of the pan.
4
In a medium saute pan, over medium heat, add oil and saute onions, celery, and garlic, until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
5
Remove mixture to a bowl and let cool.
6
Add cayenne, scallion, cilantro, lime zest and juice, flour, baking powder, milk and egg.
7
Mix together well.
8
With a fork, flake the cod, being sure to remove the skin.
9
Add the cod to the batter.
10
Using a 1-ounce ice cream scoop, scoop up fritter batter and place into preheated oil.
11
(Fritters should measure about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.)
12
Work in batches.
13
Don't add more than six at a time.
14
Cook until fritters are golden and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
15
Remove to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
16
Serve with lime wedges.

293

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound dried salted cod, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for frying, 1/4 cup finely diced onion, 1 celery stalk, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Codfish Puppies 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!

Codfish Puppies

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Variations & substitutions

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