Saltfish Accra Recipe | How to Make Saltfish Accra | Trini Saltfish Accra | Classic Bakes

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.

Place the salt cod in a pan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes. If using fresh cod, cook it for 10-12 minutes.

Drain and rinse the fish with cold water multiple times to remove the excess salt. Shred and set aside.

If you are using fresh cod, drain it, allow it to cool slightly, then shred it and set it aside.

Using a bowl, sift the flour and baking powder, and whisk to combine. Add the egg and milk to create a smooth batter, then mix in the onions with the garlic and scallions. Follow up with cilantro and thyme as well as parsley.

Add the shredded cod fish and season with brown sugar as well as hot pepper and black pepper. Add salt to taste if needed.

Pour enough oil into a deep pan or deep fryer and set to medium/high heat.

Scoop the batter into the oil using a spoon and deep-fry for 3-4 minutes. Flip constantly using kitchen tongs, until golden brown all over. Do not overcrowd the pan to prevent the temperature of the oil from dropping.

Drain the saltfish Accra on a paper towel-lined tray and enjoy it with your favorite dipping sauce.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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