Fried Codfish Fritters

Steps

• 1

  Cut salted cod fillet into pieces. Make sure bones have been removed. Soak cod in water for half an hour (or overnight for best results) changing the water two or three times to remove excess salt. Drain, thoroughly pat dry on paper towel. Shred it.
• 2

  In bowl, combine wheat flour with water and mix well to remove all lumps.
• 3

  Crush garlic in a mortar with a little salt and pepper, and add it to the flour. Add shredded codfish and mix well.
• 4

  Heat oil the codfish will be fried on high ( if using an electric fryer place at 375°F, if using a casserole insert a thermometer and let it raise same temperature, if desired), but not on the highest heat.
• 5

  Carefully drop tablespoonfuls into the hot oil. Fry in pairs; this way it’s easier to turn over the fritters, allow fritters to turn golden brown on both sides.