What's the Secret to Making Authentic Newfoundland Fish Cakes?

salted cod

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Fresh fish can be lower in sodium and canned fish is often more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and margarine can be more budget-friendly.

Soak 1.5 cups of salted cod in water overnight.

Boil the soaked salted cod in a small pot for 10-15 minutes.

Cut 6 small potatoes into cubes and boil in another pot with half a teaspoon of salt for 10-15 minutes until tender.

Sauté half a medium onion in a teaspoon of butter and a teaspoon of olive oil until caramelized.

Drain the salted cod and potatoes, then let them cool.

Flake the salted cod into small pieces, ensuring there are no bones.

Mash the boiled potatoes in a large bowl and add 1 tablespoon of butter, 2 tablespoons of savory, and black pepper to taste.

Combine the flaked cod, mashed potatoes, and sautéed onions in the bowl and mix well.

Add 1 large egg to the mixture and combine thoroughly.

Roll the mixture into patties and coat in half a cup of flour.

Fry the patties in a pan with butter and olive oil until golden brown on both sides.

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