Recipe of Bolinho de Bacalhau

Ingredients

• 200g salted codfish
• 300g potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Cooking oil, for frying

Directions

1. 1

   Start by soaking the salted codfish in cold water for at least 24 hours, changing the water several times. This will help remove excess salt.

2. 2

   Boil the diced potatoes until they are tender. Drain and mash them while still hot.

3. 3

   In a separate pan, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in a bit of oil until they become translucent. Add the soaked and drained codfish, breaking it into small pieces with a fork. Cook for a few minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

4. 4

   Combine the codfish mixture with the mashed potatoes in a large bowl. Add the chopped parsley and black pepper, and mix well.

5. 5

   Beat the eggs and add them to the mixture, stirring until everything is thoroughly combined.

6. 6

   Heat the cooking oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium-high heat.

7. 7

   Using wet hands, shape the mixture into small, oval-shaped balls or patties.

8. 8

   Carefully place the bolinhos de bacalhau into the hot oil and fry them until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Fry them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

9. 9

   Remove the bolinhos with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.

10. 10

    Serve your bolinhos de bacalhau hot, with a side of aioli or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Enjoy!