Portuguese Salt Cod Fritters with Tomato Sauce

Method

1. Soak the salt cod in water for 24 hours, changing the water every 6 hours.
2. Drain and flake the cod into a bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, mix flour, egg, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the flaked cod, mixing until combined.
5. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
7. Drain on paper towels.
8. In a separate pan, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
9. Add diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper, and simmer for 10 minutes.
10. Serve fritters with the tomato sauce.
11. Cook fish and seafood to an internal temperature of 63°C (145°F) before serving.