Cod Fritters

Ingredients

• • 3/4 lb (350 g) of salt cod
  • Tap water for soaking
  • 3 cups (750 ml) milk
  • 6 green onions, finely chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • Grated zest and juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 2 teaspoons (10 ml) chopped fresh thyme
  • 1/2 habanero pepper, finely chopped (or to taste)
  • 1 1/4 cups (310 ml) pastry flour
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 ml) baking powder
  • 4 egg whites
  • Salt and pepper
  • Oil for frying