splashes. Repeat until all 4 pieces are in the oil. Cook,
shaking the pan gently and and agitating the oil with a
wire-mesh spider constantly, flipping the fish halfway
through cooking, until the cod is golden brown and crisp
on all sides, about 8 minutes.
Transfer the fish to a paper-towel-lined plate and season
immediately with salt. Serve with the tartar sauce.
Extra-Tangy Tartar Sauce
NOTE: Cornichons are small, vinegary French pickles.
They can usually be found in the olive section of a