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Bacalhau à Brás


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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Bacalhau à Brás is a traditional Portuguese dish made with salted cod (bacalhau), potatoes, onions, and eggs. It’s a hearty, flavorful comfort food that’s simple to prepare, yet packed with rich, savory flavors. Garnished with fresh parsley and black olives, it’s a satisfying dish perfect for family meals and festive occasions.


Ingredients

  1. 1 lb (450g) salted cod (bacalhau), soaked and desalted (about 24 hours of soaking and water changes)
    3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks (or use pre-cut frozen fries)
    1 large onion, thinly sliced
    34 cloves garlic, minced
    4 large eggs
    2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for frying)
    1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
    1/4 cup black olives, pitted and sliced (optional, for garnish)
    Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the cod: Soak the salted cod in water for at least 24 hours, changing the water every 6-8 hours. After soaking, drain, remove the skin and bones, and shred the cod into small pieces.

  1. Fry the potatoes: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the potatoes until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  2. Sauté the onions and garlic: In the same pan, sauté the onion until golden, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the cod: Add the shredded cod to the pan with onions and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cod is heated through and starts to brown.
  4. Add the potatoes: Gently fold the fried potatoes into the cod mixture, combining carefully to avoid breaking the potatoes.
  5. Scramble the eggs: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the beaten eggs over the cod and potato mixture, stirring gently for 2-3 minutes, until the eggs are soft and creamy, similar to scrambled eggs.
  6. Garnish and serve: Once the eggs are cooked to your liking, remove from heat. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and garnish with black olives (if using). Serve hot with extra olives or a side salad if desired.

Notes

  1. Vegetarian Bacalhau à Brás: Use mushrooms or jackfruit instead of cod for a plant-based version.
  2. Bacalhau à Brás with Spinach: Add cooked spinach for extra flavor and color.
  3. Spicy Bacalhau à Brás: Add chopped fresh chili peppers or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Portuguese, Comfort Food
  • Method: Sautéing, Scrambling
  • Cuisine: Portuguese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg