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(Bajan is the informal term of all things Barbados). While we would be more likely to call these fritters, real Bajan fish cakes are a combo of seasonings, flour, baking powder and salt cod mixed into a batter and fried in oil. Usually served with the local pepper sauce, (affiliate) or a spicy mayo dip,…
Nonetheless, Barbadian fish cakes are nothing like these English appetizers. Rather Barbadian fish cakes are delicate, tasty balls filled with air, moisture and not to mention salt fish (salted cod) and bajan seasoning.
In a heavy frying pan, prepare the oil to make sure it’s enough oi you can deep fry as fish cakes requires lots of oil. Place all other ingredients in a large bowl and mix together. Stir well. if the batter is to runny add more flour as you need a light batter paste where it can stick to your spoon.
Shred the salt cod and briefly marinate with the juice of the lime, some freshly ground black pepper and a sprinkle of curry powder. While the fish is marinating, boil the large potato and mash it, leaving a little of the water while you mash. The aim is to create a starchy liquid, which will help bind the fish cakes.
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