As Columbus came on his ship with bacalao, try this Columbus-inspired fish cake.
Ingredients
6 OZ / 170 G bacalao
6 OZ / 170 G cod
17.5 OZ / 500 G potato
0.5 EA lemon zest
1 TSP black pepper
1 TBSP fresh dill
1 OZ / 30 G green onion
17.5 OZ / 500 ML water
2 OZ / 50 G flour
Directions
Rinse and dry your salted cod then add it to the deep steaming tray with the fresh cod fish. Wash and peel your potatoes then chop into cubes and add them to the simmering basket.
Add your water to the mixing bowl, then insert your simmering basket and attach your deep steaming tray. Steam your potato and cod for 20 minutes. Once cooked, remove from the mixing bowl and clean out the bowl.
Add your green onion and dill to the mixing bowl. With the measuring cup inserted, chop for 8 seconds / speed 7. Scrape down the sides.
Add your potato, lemon zest, flour, pepper and fish to the mixing bowl then mix your fish cake mix for 45 seconds / speed 3 / stir. If your mix is too wet, add some more flour to firm up the texture.
Divide your mix into 8 patties, then coat in some more flour. Pan fry the fish cakes on a medium heat till golden and crispy. Serve with a nice mixed salad.
Enjoy your dish!
Recipe Note
TIPS:
Pre-soak your salted cod overnight in the fridge.
Try to coat your fish cakes in breadcrumbs and deep fry them.