Cod Fritters

Bolinhos dc Bacalhau

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Preparation info
  • Makes about

    25

    fritters
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
The Brazilian Kitchen: 100 Classic and Contemporary Recipes for the Home Cook

By Leticia Moreinos Schwartz

Published 2012

  • About

This is the granddaddy of bar foods served in boutequins all over Brazil. An exquisite deep-fried morsel that usually comes in a basket, cod fritters come in many variations. What makes this particular recipe so delicious and different are the egg whites mixed into the batter, which provide the fritters with a delicate, airy texture. When buying salt cod, try to find a piece that looks very meaty. Allow a bit of planning for this recipe, since you need to soak the cod for at least 24