Frituras de Bacalao

Frituras de bacalao are also known as salted cod fritters and they make the perfect Cuban appetizer.

These are a great appetizer to serve a crowd. Plus, they're a great snack to serve during the holidays.

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Ingredients 

– Salted cod – Parsley  – Yellow onion – Egg – All Purpose Flour

STEP 1

Place your salted cod into the water. Cover and allow to sit at room temperature for up to 2 hours. Drain then simmer in a pan.

STEP 2

In a large mixing bowl add your chopped parsley, onion, egg and shredded cod fish. Add flour, baking powder, vinegar, and water.

STEP 3

In a Dutch oven add your canola oil and heat the oil to 300-350 degrees. Fry Frituras de Bacalao in batches.

STEP 4

After a minute or two of frying, flip the codfish cakes over in the oil and cook for another 2 minutes or so.

STEP 5

Place the cooked fritters on a paper towel lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve them hot and enjoy.

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