1+ 1/2 cups oyster crackers or saltines coarsely crushed
1+ 1/2 tsp old bay seasoning
¼cupmayo
2tspwhole grain dijon mustard
¼tsppepper
2eggs
⅓cupchopped parsley
⅓ to ½cupneutral oilI use grape seed
Instructions
In a high rimmed pan place your bay leaf, water, lemon juice, salt and cod filets. Poach gently for about 10 minutes , until fish is cooked through. Remove fish from pan and let cool.
In the same pan add your butter, celery, onion and garlic. Cook 7 to10 minutes until translucent. In large a bowl break up the cod into large flakes, add the celery, onion , garlic, crackers and sprinkle with old bay seasoning. Next in a small bowl mix your eggs , mayo, mustard, pepper and parsley, pour this over ingredients in large bowl and fold everything together. Now form mixture into patties, using about 1/3 cup for each. Chill in fridge for at least 15 minutes.
Fry your cakes in 2 batches , in a heavy gauge pan over moderate heat, until golden brown on each side. Serve along with your favorite salad. Tartar sauce if you like , but does not really need it. Enjoy !