Recipe(tried): Bacalaitos Fritos (Salt Codfish Cakes)

BACALAITOS FRITOS (Salt Codfish Cakes)
Serves about 24 Bacalaitos.
Puerto Rican recipe.

1/2 lb salt codfish
2 cups all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 garlic clove crushed
1 cup water
1 tb annatto oil
vegetable oil for frying

Soak the codfish in water for at least 6 hours, changing frequently the water. Change the water & boil for approximately 5 minutes. Drain. Remove any skin & bones & shred. Sift the flour & baking powder in large bowl. Add the garlic, water & annatto oil & mix to a smooth batter. Add the shredded codfish & mix well. Heat the oil & fry the mixture by tb. Until golden brown. Drain on paper towels & serve.