Caribbean · Jamaican classic
Jamaican Codfish Fritters with Veggies (Stamp and Go)
Crispy salt-cod fritters with fresh vegetables, thyme, and a little heat.
24fritters25 minprep6 minfryJamaicanclassic
From Dianne's kitchen
A beloved Jamaican snack
Stamp and Go is a favorite Jamaican breakfast and party bite.
Taste the first batch before frying the rest so you can adjust the seasoning.
What you'll need
Ingredients
- ¼–½ pound salted codfish
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon paprika, optional
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 Scotch bonnet or habanero pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder or 2 garlic cloves
- 1–2 scallions
- 1 small onion
- 1 plum tomato
- ¼ cup diced zucchini
- 2–3 okra, optional
- 2–2¼ cups room-temperature water
- Oil for frying
Step by step
Instructions
- Rinse codfish, boil briefly, drain, rinse, flake, and remove bones.
- Finely chop tomato, onion, garlic, scallion, zucchini, and pepper.
- Mix flour, seasonings, vegetables, and fish. Add water gradually to make a thick batter.
- Fry spoonfuls in medium-high oil 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Drain on paper towel and serve hot.
Dianne's kitchen tip
Make it yours
Yellow squash, cooked okra, and bell pepper are all delicious additions.