How to make Trini Saltfish Accra ( Saltfish Fritter ) - Episode 1057

saltfish

🥗Healthier: smoked fish

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and easier to find.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Cornmeal can provide a different texture and is often less expensive.

Heat oil in a frying pan and sauté the aromatics until tender.

Add salted cod to the pan and mix with the aromatics, then set aside.

In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and goya all-purpose seasoning.

Add the sautéed saltfish and aromatics to the dry ingredients and mix well.

Gradually add lukewarm water to form a thick batter, adjusting as necessary.

Cover the batter and let it rest for 10 minutes (optional).

Heat oil in the frying pan over medium heat.

Use a small ice cream scoop to drop batter into the hot oil.

Fry until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side, flipping as needed.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

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