Codfish Finger Cakes(Bolinnos De Bacalhau)

• 1 lb. freshly mashed potatoes
• 1/2 lb. cooked and finely shredded codfish (dried or frozen salted codfish)
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 large onion, minced
• 3 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 c. flour
• 1/2 c. oil for frying
• 1/2 margarine

1. Soak codfish in water for 24 hours (replacing water 3 or 4 times).
2. Cook in fresh water for about 15 to 20 minutes.
3. Debone and shred codfish by hand; mince with a fork or in food processor. Add mashed potatoes to codfish, along with onion and parsley; mix well.
4. Add beaten eggs, salt and pepper; stir together.
5. With floured hands, form cakes into the shape of a small egg.
6. Fry in 1/2 inch boiling oil or margarine until golden brown in color. Drain on paper towels.
7. Garnish with parsley and sliced tomato wedges.

freshly mashed potatoes, eggs, onion, fresh parsley, salt, flour, oil, margarine

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=257662 (may not work)