How to Make Saltfish Fritters||Jamaican Fritters Recipe ||ChannesCooking

saltfish

🥗Healthier: smoked mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

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 offers a unique flavor while canola is cost-effective.

Soak saltfish in water overnight to remove excess salt.

Drain and rinse saltfish, then boil in fresh water for 15-20 minutes until tender.

Remove saltfish from water and let cool, then flake into small pieces, removing bones.

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Add flaked saltfish, chopped scallions, onion, bell pepper, minced garlic, lime juice, and thyme to the dry ingredients.

Gradually mix in water until a thick batter forms, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.

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

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

Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

Use a slotted spoon to remove fritters and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with a dipping sauce or as is.

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