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Saltfish Accra

Learn how to make this simple recipe for saltfish accra, a delicious Trinidad and Tobago treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Caribbean, Tobago, Trinidad
Keyword: seafood
Author: baidawi

Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • 6 chadon beni leaves
  • 1 habanero pepper you can use pimento peppers instead or even scotch bonnet if you want it spicy
  • approx 2 cups of saltfish
  • approx 2 cups of flour
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon of yeast
  • water
  • salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • "Double boil" the saltfish to get the salt out. i.e. Boil for 5 - 10 minutes then drain water, add more boiling water and boil for another 5 - 10 minutes.
  • Finely chop veggies while your saltfish is boiling.
  • Drain water from saltfish and use a fork to mash or shred it into fine flakes.
  • Mix ingredients together in a bowl. When adding water to the batter mix, do so very slowly as the batter can easily become too wet. Be sure to season with a bit of salt and black pepper. Cover and leave dough to rest while you are preheating your oil.
  • Use two tablespoons to drop batter mixture into preheated oil. This technique gives you control over the portion size of each accra.
  • Drain excess oil back into the pot when you are removing them.
  • Place in a bowl or plate with paper towels or a clean cloth to allow the remaining excess oil to drain. Enjoy as is or with your favorite chutney or any other condiment you prefer :)

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