FRIED SALT COD

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Yield Makes 8 hors d'oeuvre servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb center-cut skinless boneless salt cod, rinsed well
1 qt vegetable oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons water
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
Accompaniment: lemon wedges
Special Equipment
a deep-fat thermometer

Steps:

  • Soak cod in a large bowl with water to cover by 2 inches, chilled, changing water 3 times a day, 1 to 3 days (see cooks' note, below). Chill cod until ready to use.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over moderate heat until it registers 385 to 390°F on thermometer.
  • While oil is heating, whisk together flour, salt, olive oil, water, and parsley in a bowl. Drain cod and pat dry, then cut into 3- by 1/2-inch strips. Working in batches of 4, coat strips in batter, then transfer to oil with tongs and fry, turning, until golden, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined baking sheet to drain. (Return oil to 385 to 390°F between batches.)
  • Sprinkle with sea salt and serve immediately.

Janine Trimnell
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves it.


Thaddeus Nayebare Singura
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Ismael Umar
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I'm not a fan of salt cod, but I tried this recipe anyway. I was surprised at how much I liked it. The fish was flaky and flavorful, and the coating was crispy and golden brown.


Richard Krjo
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my fried salt cod didn't turn out crispy. Maybe I didn't fry it long enough.


chelle jones
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The fried salt cod is so delicious, it's worth the extra effort.


Gulbhar Dahar
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I'm always looking for new recipes for salt cod, and this one is definitely a winner. I'll be making it again and again.


Jaan Afghan
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This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great dish to serve for guests.


Nadeem Khokhar
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I'm not a big fan of fried food, but I made an exception for this recipe. The fried salt cod was so good, I couldn't resist.


Ibrahimakudo Bilkisu
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover salt cod. I always have a few pieces left over after I make a batch of bacalao, so I'm always looking for new ways to use it.


mwangi muthoni
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The only thing I would change about this recipe is to add a little more spice. I like my food with a bit of a kick, so I added a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.


Khalid Husssain
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have salt cod, flour, and eggs on hand, so I can make this dish anytime.


Iowane Balei
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This is my new favorite way to cook salt cod. It's so easy to make, and the results are always perfect.


abdulfattah alswidic
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I've never had fried salt cod before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was absolutely delicious! The fish was tender and flavorful, and the coating was crispy and golden brown.


Christian Johnson
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This fried salt cod recipe is a keeper! The fish was perfectly cooked, with crispy skin and flaky flesh. The flavor was amazing, with a nice balance of saltiness and savoriness.