Haitian Salt Cod Fritters with Lime-Cilantro Sauce

Crispy fritters made from flaked salt cod and vegetables, paired with a bright sauce of fresh lime and cilantro for a traditional Haitian appetizer.

Cuisine: Caribbean

Category: Seafood

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 12 minutes.

Serves 4.

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

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine flaked salt cod, grated potato, scallions, flour, and egg. Mix until evenly incorporated, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. 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.
3. Step 3: Fry fritters for 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
4. Step 4: Whisk lime juice, cilantro, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Serve fritters with lime-cilantro sauce for dipping.