How to Make Maria's Portuguese Bacalau - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of seafood and looking to try something new and exciting, then Maria's Portuguese Bacalau is the recipe for you. This dish is a staple of Portuguese cuisine and is a delicious way to experience the country's rich culinary tradition. Bacalau, also known as salted cod, has been a part of Portuguese cuisine for centuries and is a beloved ingredient in many traditional dishes.

What sets Maria's Portuguese Bacalau apart from other recipes is its unique blend of flavors and ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds dried salted cod fish
  • 4 Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped, divided
  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley, divided
  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 4 hard cooked eggs, chopped
  • 10 pitted green olives
  • 10 pitted black olives

Information

  • Prep Time: 1 day 1 hr
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 day 2 hrs
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Soak the dried salted cod in cold water for 24 hours, changing the water several times.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the soaked cod, and boil for about 5 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove cod from water, and save water for cooking potatoes. Remove skin and bones from the cod, and flake the meat into pieces using a fork. Set fish aside in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the olive oil, 1 clove of garlic, 1 tablespoon of parsley, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Pour over the fish, and toss lightly to coat.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the potatoes into the fish water, and bring to a boil. Cook for 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain under cool water, peel and cut into 1/4 inch slices.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, and saute until golden and caramelized. Stir one clove of garlic into the onions. Set aside.
  • Layer half of the potato slices in the bottom of a greased 8x11 inch baking dish. Cover with half of the cod, then half of the onions. Repeat layers, ending with onion.
  • Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned. Before serving, garnish the top with green and black olives, and hard-cooked eggs. Sprinkle with remaining parsley.
  • Nutrition

    701 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 277mg
    • Sodium: 8223mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 77g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 224mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 2142mg