Cod Croquettes

1 1/2 lbs. cod fish (approx.) - delicious with orange roughy, tilapia, etc. as well!
2 celery ribs and their greens, finely chopped
1 small yellow or white onion
7 or 8 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
1 small bundle fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1 egg
1 lemon
2 cups Italian or plain bread crumbs
1/4-1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
salt and pepper
Old Bay Seasoning (optional)

1. In a large non-stick skillet, bring 1/2 inch of water to a simmer.
2. Season fish with lemon, salt and pepper. Add to boiling water. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes.
3. Place fish in a bowl and flake with a fork. Dump the water from the pan and wipe pan with paper towel.
4. Return pan to heat with vegetable/canola oil.
5. Add celery, onion, thyme, parsley, more lemon, more salt and pepper to bowl with fish. Add the egg and 1 cup of the bread crumbs. Combine everything.
6. Form 6 to 8 patties and coat with remaining bread crumbs.
7. Fry patties on both sides for 4-5 minutes until golden.

*And if you're really creative, try making a sauce to go on top. I would try a basic white sauce with TONS of parsley!