Codfish Cakes Using Salt Cod

An old-time recipe that used to be my grandfather's favorite cold weather meal. The hot sauce is a new addition...=)

Soak the fish in cold water for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Change the water at least 3 times during the soaking.

Remove the fish from the water and rinse well.

Place it in a saucepan filled with fresh cold water and set it over medium-high heat.

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.

Drain the fish and let stand until cool enough to handle.

Combine the breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl and let soak.

Using a fork , flake the fish , removing any bones , into a large bowl.

Add the bread crumb mixture , the potatoes , butter , pepper , and hot pepper sauce.

Mix until well combined.

Form the mixture into 2 1 / 2-inch cakes.

Heat half the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook until the cakes are browned on both sides , about 2 minutes per side.

salt cod fish, dried breadcrumbs, milk, mashed potatoes, butter, pepper, hot pepper sauce, vegetable oil, fresh parsley