Haitian Salt Cod Fritters with Lime-Cilantro Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-20 · Updated 2026-04-20

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Crispy fritters made from flaked salt cod and vegetables, paired with a bright sauce of fresh lime and cilantro for a traditional Haitian appetizer. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs salt cod, potato, scallion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz, soaked 12 hours and flaked salt cod
1 medium, peeled and grated potato
3, finely chopped scallion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large eggs
1 cup for frying vegetable oil
2, juiced lime
1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine flaked salt cod, grated potato, scallions, flour, and egg. Mix until evenly incorporated, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Drop 2 tbsp of mixture per fritter into oil, flattening slightly with a spoon.
Step 3: Fry fritters for 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Step 4: Whisk lime juice, cilantro, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Serve fritters with lime-cilantro sauce for dipping.