Frituras de Bacalao

aka Codfish Fritters

• 1/2 pound salted codfish
• 1 onion, minced
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 heaping teaspoon baking powder
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Cover codfish with water and soak overnight, changing the water 2 or 3 times.

Debone codfish, remove dark skin, shred finely and beat until light. Add onion, flour, and baking powder. Mix in eggs, and remaining ingredients thoroughly.

Heat oil in a large skillet until hot. Drop batter by spoonfuls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels and serve hot. Makes 18.