2 ts Active dry yeast
1/2 c Water, warm
1/2 lb Codfish, salted
1 c Flour
1 ts Sugar
1/4 c Onions, finely chopped
1 Garlic clove, minced
1 tb Hot pepper, minced
1 tb Chives, chopped fine
Salt and black pepper
Vegetable oil
Sprinkle the yeast on warm water and stand for 10 minutes. Pour
boiling water over codfish, allow to cool. Rinse in cold water,
remove skin and bones, and shred fish very fine. Mix fish with
flour, sugar, onions, garlic, peppers, chives, salt and generous
amount of pepper. Add yeast and beat until smooth. Allow to rise
for 1 1/2-2 hours in warm, draft-free place.
Drop by tablespoonfuls into hot oil (370 F) and fry until golden
brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
