Best 5 Salt Cod Fish Creole Style Recipes

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Salt cod fish, a staple ingredient in many cultures, holds a special place in Creole cuisine. Its unique flavor and versatility make it a beloved ingredient for creating hearty and flavorful dishes. In this article, we will explore the culinary journey of salt cod fish creole style, uncovering the secrets to preparing this classic dish that captures the essence of Creole cooking. We will delve into the history and cultural significance of this dish, providing step-by-step instructions and expert tips to ensure a delightful and authentic experience. Join us as we embark on a flavorful adventure, discovering the best recipe for salt cod fish creole style.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SALT COD FRITTERS



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h25m

Yield 24 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large russet potato, about 12 ounces, peeled and cubed (about 3/4 cup)
1 cup shredded salt cod (about 6 ounces), recipe follows
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley leaves
2 large eggs
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
Vegetable oil, for frying
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 1/4 teaspoons Essence or Creole seasoning, recipe follows
3 tablespoons milk
2/3 cup fine dry bread crumbs
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 pound dried salt cod, cut into 4-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the potato and enough water to cover to a boil. Reduce the heat and cook just until fork tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl to cool for 10 minutes.
  • With the back of a heavy fork, mash the potatoes until smooth but still slightly lumpy. Add the salt cod, green onions, parsley, 1 egg, the salt, and cayenne and mix until smooth.
  • In a large, deep heavy pot or electric deep fryer, heat enough oil to come halfway up the sides to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, combine the flour and 1 teaspoon of the Essence. In another bowl, beat together the remaining egg, the milk, and 1/4 teaspoon of the Essence, and in a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the remaining 2 teaspoons Essence.
  • Divide the cod mixture into 24 and form into balls, about 1 1/4-inches in diameter and 1 heaping tablespoon each.
  • One at a time, dip the cod balls in the flour and roll to coat evenly on all sides. Shake to remove any excess flour, dip in the egg wash, and then roll in the seasoned breadcrumbs. Place on a baking sheet.
  • In batches, gently add the balls to the oil and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 2 1/2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch
  • Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
  • In a large glass or ceramic dish, lay the salt cod in a single layer. Add enough water to cover the fish by 1-inch, cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 6 hours.
  • Drain the fish in a colander and rinse under cold running water. Place the fish on a work surface covered with paper towels and press each piece firmly with your hands. Pat the fish dry with paper towels and return to the soaking dish. Cover with fresh water, soaking and draining a total of three more times (for a total of 4 times in all).
  • Place the rinsed and dried salt cod in an airtight container until ready to use, and refrigerate for up to 1 week.

SALT COD FISH - CREOLE STYLE



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Salt fish/cod fish is widely used throughout the Caribbean. This is a popular dish. From Caribbean Cooking for Pleasure, by Mary Slater

Provided by jenny butt

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 8h35m

Yield 1 dish, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small onion, sliced
2 tomatoes, peeled & quartered
1 green pepper, de seeded & chopped
2 ounces butter or 2 ounces bacon fat
8 ounces cooked salt fish, flaked
salt & pepper
8 ounces cooked yams or 8 ounces english potatoes, sliced
2 ounces butter
1/2 pint milk (U.S 1 1/4 cups)
2 teaspoons parsley

Steps:

  • TO PREPARE SALT FISH: soak salt fish overnight in cold water, drain. Put into a saucepan, covered with fresh cold water, bring to the boil & simmer for about 15 minutes.
  • Fry the onion, tomatoes & pepper in heated lard or bacon fat.
  • Add the fish & mix thoroughly.
  • Season to taste.
  • Arrange the yam or potato slices to cover the bottom and sides of a greased ovenproof dish.
  • Pile in the fish mixture.
  • Dot with butter & milk.
  • Sprinkle with parsley & bake in a moderately hot oven for 20 minutes (375° Gas Mark 5).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.7, Fat 25.5, SaturatedFat 16, Cholesterol 69.5, Sodium 202.6, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 4.1

CAPTAIN DUARTE'S SALT COD CAKES



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Based on my father-in-laws recipe, these fish cakes use salt cod. Trust me, it is worth the effort to find the salt cod. The slight saltiness of the cod brings out a whole new dimension of flavor. Who knows fish better than a Portuguese fishing Capt? Even Emeril would be proud! Serve with a good tartar sauce.

Provided by NainInCandia

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 9h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound salted cod fish
2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
ground black pepper to taste
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 eggs, beaten
1 large onion, finely chopped
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup olive oil for frying

Steps:

  • Place the salt cod into a bowl and cover with cold water. Refrigerate for 8 hours. Pour off the water and replace with fresh water every 2 hours. After the fish has soaked for 8 hours, rinse in cold water, and cut into 3-inch sections.
  • Place the cod and potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender and the cod flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
  • Place the potatoes and cod into a mixing bowl. Season with the seafood seasoning, pepper, and parsley; roughly mash with a potato masher. Stir in the eggs and onion until evenly combined. There should still be pieces of cod and potato in the mixture. Form into golf ball-sized pieces, and roll in the flour. Press between your palms to flatten slightly.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the cod cakes in batches until golden and crispy on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 177 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 53.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 5435.7 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

EASY FISH CREOLE



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This recipe has the trinity in it that is what makes it creole cooking. After reading Derf's review, I set out to find what other Creole recipes used for spices. I found most used garlic and either chili powder, red pepper or Tabasco sauce. So you might want to add 2 cloves of garlic and one of the other pepper spices to put a kick into this recipe. Let me know which pepper and how much you use.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Creole

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, coarsely chopped and undrained
1/2 teaspoon instant minced garlic
1 tablespoon brown Sugar Twin
16 ounces white fish fillets, cut into 16 pieces
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet sprayed with butter-flavored cooking spray, saute onion, celery, and green pepper for 10 minutes or until tender.
  • Stir in undrained stewed tomatoes, garlic and brown Sugar Twin.
  • Add fish and mix gently to combine.
  • Lower heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • For each serving, place 1/2 cup rice on a plate and spoon about 1 full cup fish mixture over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.9, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 76.6, Sodium 344, Carbohydrate 36.9, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 5.5, Protein 24.7

SEAFOOD CREOLE



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This is a spicy sauce similar to etouffee. By adding seafood, it becomes Seafood Creole. Due to the seasoning mix, it is quite spicy. This can be controlled by adjusting the amount of the peppers. I like mine full strength, but for the wife I have to cut the peppers down to 1/8 teaspoon each. This recipe can easily be doubled or quadrupled for large affairs. It goes great with rice, garlic bread, a green salad and a good white wine, such as white Merlot, white Cabernet, Johannisburg Riesling, or Gewurztraminer. Use your favorite firm, white fish fillets in this recipe. Canned diced tomatoes can be used in place of chopping fresh tomatoes.

Provided by Plain ole Bob

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

¾ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
½ teaspoon dried sweet basil
¼ cup butter
1 cup peeled chopped tomato
¾ cup chopped onion
¾ cup chopped celery
¾ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
1 ¼ cups chicken stock
1 cup canned tomato sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
2 bay leaves
1 pound peeled and deveined rock shrimp (thawed if frozen)
1 pound bay scallops (thawed if frozen)
1 pound haddock fillets (thawed if frozen) - cut into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • Mix together oregano, salt, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, thyme, and basil in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat; stir in tomato, onion, celery, green bell pepper, and garlic. Cook and stir until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken stock, tomato sauce, sugar, hot pepper sauce, and bay leaves. Reduce heat to low and bring sauce to a simmer. Stir in seasoning mix and simmer until the flavors have blended, about 20 minutes.
  • Gently stir in rock shrimp, bay scallops, and haddock; bring sauce back to a simmer and cook until the shellfish and fish are opaque, about 20 more minutes. Remove bay leaves to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 224.1 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 47.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 1018.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

  • Use good quality salt cod. Fresh, flaky salt cod will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Soak the salt cod properly. Follow the recipe's instructions carefully to ensure that the salt cod is properly soaked and desalted.
  • Don't overcook the salt cod. Salt cod is a delicate fish, and it can easily become tough and rubbery if it is overcooked.
  • Use a good quality Creole seasoning. A good Creole seasoning will add a lot of flavor to your dish.
  • Serve the salt cod Creole style with your favorite sides. Some popular sides include rice, beans, and collard greens.

Conclusion:

Salt cod Creole style is a delicious and flavorful dish that is easy to make. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give salt cod Creole style a try. You won't be disappointed!

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