1 8-oz baking potato
Salt
1 1/2 lb Cod fillets; or other white
-fish, mild and delicate
1 tb Minced fresh ginger root
1/2 c Minced cilantro leaves; plus
-more for garnish
1 Fresh red chili pepper;
-minced or dried red chili
-pepper, minced or
-1/4-teaspoon cayenne
-pepper, or to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tb Peanut oil; or other oil
Lime wedges
Boil potato in salted water to cover until it is tender but not
mushy, 30 to 40 minutes.
Meanwhile, place fish in a skillet that can later be covered. Add
water to cover, salt the water, and bring to a boil over high heat.
Cover, turn off heat, and set a timer for 10 minutes. After that
time, use a slotted spoon to remove fish to a bowl.
When potato is done, peel it and mash it with the fish. Add ginger,
cilantro, hot pepper, and salt and pepper to taste. Work mixture with
your hands until it is well blended. Shape into 8 burger-shaped
patties.
Preheat broiler; set rack about 4 inches from heat
Yields
4 servings