Ginger Cod Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Soak the salt cod in three changes of cold water for one hour.
2. 2
   Remove skin and use a sharp knife to chop the fish.
3. 3
   Rinse again, drain, pat dry and set the fish aside.
4. 4
   Peel the potatoes and boil them until tender, about 25 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove, drain and cool under cold running water until the potatoes are cool enough to handle.
6. 6
   Using a ricer or a fork, gently flake the potatoes.
7. 7
   Place the potatoes, fish, egg, ginger and black pepper in a bowl and use a fork to thoroughly combine the ingredients.
8. 8
   Add salt to taste and set aside.
9. 9
   Melt half the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
10. 10
    Form the mixture into 8 4-inch patties and press them into the bread crumbs, completely coating each patty.
11. 11
    Fry over medium heat until golden on each side, about 4 minutes per side.
12. 12
    Remove from pan, drain well on paper towels and serve.