Ginger Cod Cakes

1. 1

   Soak the salt cod in three changes of cold water for one hour.

2. 2

   Remove skin and use a sharp knife to chop the fish.

3. 3

   Rinse again, drain, pat dry and set the fish aside.

4. 4

   Peel the potatoes and boil them until tender, about 25 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove, drain and cool under cold running water until the potatoes are cool enough to handle.

6. 6

   Using a ricer or a fork, gently flake the potatoes.

7. 7

   Place the potatoes, fish, egg, ginger and black pepper in a bowl and use a fork to thoroughly combine the ingredients.

8. 8

   Add salt to taste and set aside.

9. 9

   Melt half the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

10. 10

    Form the mixture into 8 4-inch patties and press them into the bread crumbs, completely coating each patty.

11. 11

    Fry over medium heat until golden on each side, about 4 minutes per side.

12. 12

    Remove from pan, drain well on paper towels and serve.

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