Gloucester Codfish Balls

Directions

1. 1
   Pour off water and shred fish by placing on a cutting board and pulling apart with a fork.
2. 2
   Cook potatoes until tender, drain thoroughly and return to the pot in which they were cooked.
3. 3
   Shake over the heat until thoroughly dry; mash well and add butter and seasonings and beat until light.
4. 4
   Add flaked codfish, beaten egg and continue beating until mixture is light and fluffy.
5. 5
   Add more salt if necessary.
6. 6
   Form into balls and drop into deep hot fat (385F); fry until golden.
7. 7
   Drain on absorbent paper and keep warm until ready to serve.