Elizabeth Beard's Ginger Codcakes with Lime-Ginger Tartar Sauce Recipe | James Beard Foundation

Elizabeth Beard's Ginger Codcakes with Lime-Ginger Tartar Sauce Recipe | James Beard Foundation

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Light and buttery codcakes with a zesty lime-ginger tartar sauce—adapted from James Beard’s mother's recipe. Perfect for a special occasion or seafood feast.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds salt cod
  • 1 1/4 pounds mashed potatoes (see recipe below)
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • Salt
  • pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
  • 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) butter, for frying
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 1/4 pounds Idaho potatoes (about 2 large)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 cup mayonnaise, preferably homemade
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 medium dill pickle, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped capers
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon lime zest

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