Saltfish Cakes/Accra/Saltfish Fritters/Sam's Gifted Hands

saltfish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Fresh fish can be lower in sodium and canned tuna is often less expensive.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while canola is often more affordable.

Soak saltfish in water overnight to remove excess salt.

Drain and rinse the saltfish, then boil in water for 10-15 minutes until tender.

Remove from heat, flake the fish, and set aside to cool.

In a bowl, combine flour, Goya seasoning, black pepper, turmeric, and salt.

Add chopped red, green, and yellow bell peppers, habanero pepper, onion, garlic, celery, and chive to the dry ingredients.

Mix in the flaked saltfish until well combined.

Gradually add water until a thick batter forms.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying in batches.

Cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove fritters and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm with a sauce made of mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, and Old Bay seasoning on the side.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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