READY IN 9 hr

Captain Duarte's Salt Cod Cakes

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"Based on my father-in-laws recipe, these fish cakes use salt cod. Trust me, it is worth the effort to find the salt cod. The slight saltiness of the cod brings out a whole new dimension of flavor. Who knows fish better than a Portuguese fishing Capt? Even Emeril would be proud! Serve with a good tartar sauce." — NainInCandia

Directions

Place the salt cod into a bowl and cover with cold water. Refrigerate for 8 hours. Pour off the water and replace with fresh water every 2 hours. After the fish has soaked for 8 hours, rinse in cold water, and cut into 3-inch sections.
Place the cod and potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender and the cod flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
Place the potatoes and cod into a mixing bowl. Season with the seafood seasoning, pepper, and parsley; roughly mash with a potato masher. Stir in the eggs and onion until evenly combined. There should still be pieces of cod and potato in the mixture. Form into golf ball-sized pieces, and roll in the flour. Press between your palms to flatten slightly.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the cod cakes in batches until golden and crispy on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 45 mins
READY IN 9 hrs

Footnotes

Editor's Note
The nutrition data for this recipe includes all of the salt that has been rinsed from the cod and the full amount of the breading ingredients. The actual amount of the breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 10, 2009

I have been making cod fish cakes for years. This recipe is almost identical to my mothers recipe. My family loves them. I also use the same recipe to make salmon cakes. Delicious!!!!

—MaryH

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 07, 2012

Very messy. Chilled in the fridge and added flour to try and improve texture. No luck super sticky and messy

—tmits

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10 Ratings

May 10, 2010

This was good and easy to make. Next time I will add a little more seasoning, though-it could stand a little more flavor.

—babymakes5

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Jun 27, 2011

These were the BEST codfish cakes that I have had in the U.S. Whenever I order crabcakes in restaurants, they are always overly breaded --- these are filled with fish and nicely balanced by the potatoes. A few improvements to the recipe: add 1/3 more spice, grate and strain the onion, add chopped cilantro with the parsely. In addition, I served with fresh lime, onion, cilantro and hot sauce. Perfection!

—julie

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Sep 09, 2011

My family is from Panama and Codfish cakes are a staple in the house and these are very good, but we added Cilantro,scallon and redpepper to our mix I think you call it habanero pepper hear it was great and the potato is a very nice touch

—ebonecardenas

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Dec 22, 2012

Very good, tradtional portuguese fish cake! I didnt use fish seasoning, just pepper, garlic powder and a dash of red pepper flakes. I made these last year also, and now everyone looks for them!

—laurie

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Jan 06, 2010

Four stars for me, two for Barbara. She doesn't care for cod very much.

—CLIFFORD BOREN

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May 08, 2012

Used 3 large potatoes, 1/4 c. dried parsley, 1/2 an onion, and 1 t. of "The Famous Seafood Seasoning Recipe". Since the mixture was very moist, I might be able to use 1 egg next time. Good 1st try. I like the suggestion of using the same process for salmon cakes. Next time I will try with Old Bay Seasoning.

—Curlyfry

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Nutrition

Calories
395 kcal
20%

Carbohydrates
32.3 g
10%

Cholesterol
186 mg
62%

Fat
4.6 g
7%

Fiber
3.6 g
14%

Protein
53.6 g
107%

Sodium
5436 mg
217%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Captain Duarte's Salt Cod Cakes

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 395
Calories from Fat: 41

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.6g 7 %
Saturated Fat 1g 5 %
Cholesterol 186mg 62 %
Sodium 5436mg 217 %
** Potassium 1721mg 48 %
Total Carbohydrates 32.3g 10 %
Dietary Fiber 3.6g 14 %
Protein 53.6g 107 %
** Sugars 2.2g
** Vitamin A 12 %
** Vitamin C 59 %
** Calcium 20 %
** Iron 41 %
** Thiamin 42 %
** Niacin 138 %
** Vitamin B6 68 %
** Magnesium 49 %
** Folate 43 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.