Cod à Brás "Bacalhau à Brás": A Taste of Portugal in Your Kitchen
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
50 minutes
Servings
4 servings
Yield
4 servings
Calories
Approximately 600 calories
Dive into the heart of Portuguese cuisine with Cod à Brás, a dish that brings together the comforting flavors of the sea and the earth.
This recipe features tender shredded cod, crisply fried potatoes, and soft, golden eggs, all brought together with the aromatic lift of onions and garlic.
Topped with the tang of black olives and the freshness of parsley, Cod à Brás is a symphony of flavors that speaks of tradition and home cooking.
It’s a dish that invites both seasoned chefs and culinary novices to explore the rich tapestry of Portuguese flavors, making it a perfect addition to any table looking to travel through taste.
Ingredients
- 1 lb salt cod, soaked overnight and shredded
- 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups matchstick potatoes, fried until golden
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Black olives, for garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Note: It’s crucial to soak the cod well to reduce its saltiness.
Instructions
- Begin by soaking the cod overnight, changing the water several times to desalt.
- In a large skillet, heat half the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add the shredded cod, cooking until it’s tender.
- In another skillet, heat the remaining oil and fry the potatoes until crispy.
- Combine the cod, potatoes, and eggs in the skillet, stirring gently on low heat until the eggs are softly set.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with black olives and fresh parsley before serving.
Tips & Tricks
- Properly desalting the cod is key to a balanced dish.
- Fry potatoes in batches for even crispiness.
- Stir the mixture gently to keep the eggs from becoming too scrambled.
Mise en Place
Ingredients
Utensils
- Salt cod
- Large eggs
- Medium onions
- Cloves of garlic
- Matchstick potatoes
- Olive oil
- Black olives
- Fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper
- Large skillet
- Frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spatula
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