Fried Salt Cod
1 1/2 lb Dried salt cod 1 1/4 c All-purpose flour 2/3 c Cold water 1 pn Salt 1/4 ts Baking powder Vegetable oil for frying Cut the cod into 4-inch sections. Place in a glass or ear...
Ingredients
- 11/2 lb dried salt cod
- 11/4 c all-purpose flour
- 2/3cup cold water
- 1pn salt
- 1/4tsp baking powder
Directions
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1 1/2 lb Dried salt cod 1 1/4 c All-purpose flour 2/3 c Cold water 1 pn Salt 1/4 ts Baking powder Vegetable oil for frying Cut the cod into
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Place in a glass or earthenware bowl, cover with cold water, and soak overnight
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The next day, drain and discard the water
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Put the cod in a pot and cover with cold water
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Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat and lift out the cod with a slotted spoon
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Remove the bones and the black skin
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In a medium bowl, combine the flour, water, salt, and baking powder to make a thin batter
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Dip the cod in batter and fry in hot oil (about 1/2 inch deep) on both sides, then lower heat and cook until tender, turning once again