Authentic St. Lucian ACCRA | Celebrating Creole Month with Flavor | St. Lucia

saltfish

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and widely available.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Cornmeal can be a cost-effective alternative.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar is a budget-friendly souring agent.

scallions

🥗Healthier: chives

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions are often less expensive and provide similar flavor.

Soak salted cod overnight or boil it two to three times to remove excess salt.

Shred the boiled salted cod, ensuring there are no bones.

In a mixing bowl, combine shredded salted cod, half an onion, green onion, pimento, garlic, thyme, and red bell pepper.

Add black pepper and cayenne pepper to taste.

Add 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour to the mixture.

Mix the ingredients together until well combined.

Gradually add water until a dropping consistency is achieved, being careful not to add too much at once.

Let the batter sit for half an hour to a few hours to allow flavors to develop.

Add 1 teaspoon of baking powder to the mixture and mix gently.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until hot.

Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove the fritters and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

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