Caribbean Salt Cod Fritters (Accras de Morue)
By the QuiteRecipes team (Jamy & Kaïna) | Food Service Professional, Early Childhood Expert & Parents
Learn to make authentic Caribbean Accras de Morue. These crispy, savory salt cod fritters are a staple appetizer packed with aromatic herbs and spices.
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The appetizer that starts every Caribbean gathering — and ends every conversation. Golden, crispy accras hide a light, airy interior of savory salt cod and fresh island aromatics; one bite and you understand the fuss.
🥄 Ingredients
- 🫗 800g salted cod (morue)
- 🫗 700g all-purpose flour
- 🫗 1 onion, finely chopped
- 🫗 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 🫗 1 sprig green onion (ciboule), chopped
- 🫗 1 Caribbean chili (piment Antillais), minced
- 🫗 1/2 liter water
- 🫗 1/2 packet baking powder
- 🫗 1 pinch bicarbonate of soda
- 🫗 1 Tbsp salt
- 🫗 1 tsp black pepper
- 🫗 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 🫗 Fresh chives and thyme, chopped
- 🫗 Frying oil
Nutrition Facts*
*Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands and portion sizes. Values are provided per serving.
👨🍳 Instructions
**Desalt:** Boil the cod to remove excess salt, then drain, remove all bones/skin, and shred finely.
**Batter:** In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in the water until you achieve a thick, smooth batter.
**Aromatics:** Fold in the shredded cod, onion, garlic, green onion, chili, chives, thyme, and olive oil. Mix until well combined.
**Fry:** Heat the frying oil in a deep pot or casserole to 175°C (350°F).
**Cook:** Carefully drop small spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and puffed, turning occasionally.
**Drain:** Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.
🎥 Video Tutorial
Caribbean Salt Cod Fritters (Accras de Morue)
Video credit: embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the original creator, who allows sharing on other websites.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
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Salinity: Always taste a small piece of the cod after boiling; if it remains too salty, rinse and boil it a second time.
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Crowding the Pan: Frying too many at once will cause the oil temperature to drop, resulting in greasy fritters that fail to get crispy.
🔄 Variations
Texture: Add a handful of finely chopped parsley for an extra herbaceous note.
Spiciness: If you prefer milder fritters, replace the Caribbean chili with a diced vegetarian pepper.
🧊 Storage
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These are best enjoyed warm. If you must store them, keep them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat in an oven to regain their crisp texture.
💡 Chef Tips
Consistency: The batter should be thick enough to hold its shape when dropped by a spoon. If it is too thin, the fritters will spread too much in the oil.
Herbs: Using fresh thyme and chives is essential for the authentic "Accra" flavor profile.
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About the Authors
This recipe and guide was developed, tested, and approved in our home kitchen and daily life. Jamy is a retired Food Service District Manager and Early Childhood Program Manager who spent his career overseeing multi-site restaurant operations, large-scale culinary production, and daycare menu management. Kaïna brings the ultimate real-world test: making sure it brings ease and joy to our kids on a busy weeknight.
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