Bacalaitos - Salt Codfish Fritters

Ingredients:

• 1/2 lb codfish, salt
• 2 cup flour, all-purpose
• 2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 large garlic cloves; crushed
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon annatto oil
• 1 oil, vegetable; for frying

How to Prepare:

Soak the codfish in cold water for 2 hours or longer, according the The saltiness and stability of the fish. Drain, wet and place in a Small saucepan. Pour boiling water on the fish and allow to stand 5 Minutes. Drain. Remove a few bones and skin and shred the fish. Sift the flour and baking powder into a big bowl. Add the garlic,
Water and annatto oil and mix to a smooth batter. Add the in rags Fish and mix well. Heat oil to 370F in a deep fryer or generous, extreme Saucepan. Fry the the mixture by teaspoonfuls until golden brown. Drain on paper towels, keep hot and supply hot as hors-d'aeuvres.