Bacalaitos (Salt Codfish Fritters) Recipe

• 1/2 lb Codfish, salt
• 2 c. Flour, all-purpose
• 2 tsp Baking pwdr
• 1 lrg Garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 c. Water
• 1 Tbsp. Annatto oil Oil, vegetable, for frying

1. Soak the codfish in cool water for 2 hrs or possibly longer, according the the saltiness and hardness of the fish.
2. Drain, rinse and place in a small saucepan.
3. Pour boiling water over the fish and allow to stand 5 min.
4. Drain.
5. Remove any bones and skin and shred the fish.
6. Sift the flour and baking pwdr into a large bowl.
7. Add in the garlic, water and annatto oil and mix to a smooth batter.
8. Add in the shredded fish and mix well.
9. Heat oil to 370F in a deep fryer or possibly large, heavy saucepan.
10. Fry the the mix by teaspoonfuls till golden.
11. Drain on paper towels, keep hot and serve warm as hors-d'aeuvres.

salt, flour, baking pwdr, garlic, water, oil oil

Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/bacalaitos-salt-codfish-fritters-73024 (may not work)