Bacalaitos Cod Fritters Recipe

Ingredients for Bacalaitos Cod Fritters

• Cod
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 1/2 cups water
• Garlic Clove
• Culantro
• Sazon Goya Con Culantro Y Achiote
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable oil for frying

How to Make Bacalaitos Cod Fritters

1. Cut 1 pound of salt cod into small chunks. Place in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook for 15 minutes.
2. Drain the cod, remove any bones, rinse thoroughly, and shred using two forks.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons salt, and 2 teaspoons baking powder.
4. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
5. Gradually pour in 1 1/2 cups of water, mixing until a thick batter forms.
6. Stir in 1 teaspoon black pepper and 1 tablespoon sazón seasoning.
7. In a mortar and pestle, crush 4 cloves garlic and 1/2 cup of fresh culantro leaves.
8. Add the crushed garlic and culantro to the batter and mix well.
9. Gently fold in the shredded cod.
10. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat (approximately 350°F/175°C).
11. Using a large spoon, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
12. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy, turning as needed.
13. Remove the bacalaitos from the oil and drain on paper towels.