Pataniscas de Bacalhau – Salt Codfish Cakes

salted cod

🥗Healthier: fresh cod

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Fresh cod is lighter, while canned tuna is more affordable.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

Welcome to the video and introduction of the dish.

List the ingredients needed for the recipe.

Mention how to rehydrate salt cod and direct viewers to Tia Maria's blog for details.

Cook the salt cod and then flake it.

In a mixing bowl, combine 4 eggs, 1 and 1/2 cups of flour, 1/2 of a small onion finely minced, 2 tablespoons of parsley finely minced, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.

Add 1 cup of water from cooking the codfish to the mixture.

Mix until smooth and well combined.

Heat 1/4 cup of olive oil and 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Spoon dollops of the mixture into the hot oil, flattening them slightly.

Fry until golden brown, flipping them as needed.

Cooking Techniques

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