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Ingredients
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Fritters
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the salt cod
Soak the salt cod in water for 24 hours, changing the water 2-3 times. After soaking, drain and flake the cod into small pieces.
- 2
Make the fritter batter
Boil the potatoes until tender, then mash them in a bowl. Add the flaked salt cod, flour, egg, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Fry the fritters
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
- 4
Make the habanero tartar sauce
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, finely chopped habanero (remove seeds for less heat), diced pickles, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well and adjust seasoning to taste.
- 5
Serve
Serve the bacalao fritters hot with the habanero tartar sauce on the side.