Cod balls for odd balls

[Tsquared]

My mother used to make deep fried cod balls, (and according to her, we were the oddballs!) usually made from ling cod but I think you could use any kind of cod or even halibut. She would mince the cod up, grate in some fresh ginger and minced onion and I think, some flour, maybe egg as well? These were absolutely delicious and I am trying to recreate that recipe. I am looking for advice on how to hold these balls together in the oil. Any suggestions would be appreciated!

 

[Rain City]

My mother used to make deep fried cod balls, (and according to her, we were the oddballs!) usually made from ling cod but I think you could use any kind of cod or even halibut. She would mince the cod up, grate in some fresh ginger and minced onion and I think, some flour, maybe egg as well? These were absolutely delicious and I am trying to recreate that recipe. I am looking for advice on how to hold these balls together in the oil. Any suggestions would be appreciated!

I think you boil them first

 

[17 ft sea ranger]

had them growing up as well, but I believe I had just small chunks of the cod (instead of minced, so they stuck together), rolled in spice, then in a batter....they were great

 

[ship happens]

I make all kinda of little round deep fried subjects. Best thing I ever came up with was wet it in tempura, and dust it, roll it in panko style bread crumbs. Makes a mess of your hands and have to start over after every time if you want a perfect ball of seafood bliss.

 

[Rain City]

had them growing up as well, but I believe I had just small chunks of the cod (instead of minced, so they stuck together), rolled in spice, then in a batter....they were great

Are we talking Asian style spongey balls or more like croquettes?

 

[17 ft sea ranger]

Are we talking Asian style spongey balls or more like croquettes?

More like fish and chips batter.