Codfish Cakes Using Salt Cod

Codfish Cakes Using Salt Cod


1. Soak the fish in cold water for at least 6 hours or overnight.

2. Change the water at least 3 times during the soaking.

3. Remove the fish from the water and rinse well.

4. Place it in a saucepan filled with fresh cold water and set it over medium-high heat.

5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.

6. Drain the fish and let stand until cool enough to handle.

7. Combine the breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl and let soak.

8. Using a fork, flake the fish, removing any bones, into a large bowl.

9. Add the bread crumb mixture, the potatoes, butter, pepper, and hot pepper sauce.

10. Mix until well combined.

11. Form the mixture into 2 1/2-inch cakes.

12. Heat half the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

13. Cook until the cakes are browned on both sides, about 2 minutes per side.

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