Portuguese Bacalhau à Brás: A Traditional Christmas Delight
A traditional Portuguese dish, Bacalhau à Brás is particularly enjoyed during the joyous Christmas season. Salted fish, potatoes, and eggs are combined in this easy yet delicious recipe to create a comforting supper that unites families. It's a great addition to your Christmas table and ideal for commemorating customs.
Ingredients
500g salted cod (bacalhau), soaked and desalted
500g potatoes, peeled and cut into matchsticks
1 large onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
6 large eggs
100ml olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Black olives, for garnish
Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetable oil, for frying
Required Utensils
big bowl (to immerse the cod in)
For boiling the cod, use a saucepan.
For frying potatoes, use a deep-frying pan.
Big skillet (used for mixing and sautéing items)
Knife for slicing and chopping
A cutting board
Use a fork or whisk to beat eggs.
Paper towels to absorb extra oil
Serving plate
Preparation Time
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Directions
The cod should be prepared by soaking and desalting it, then boiling it in water for ten minutes. Remove any bones and skin by draining, allowing it to cool slightly, and then shredding it into little pieces.
Fry the potatoes:
In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil and cook the potato matchsticks until they are crispy and brown. Set aside after draining on paper towels.
Cook the Aromatics:
Heat the olive oil in a big skillet over a medium heat. Sauté the garlic and onion until they are transparent and tender.
Mix the Ingredients:
Put the cod shreds in the skillet and cook, turning often, for 5 minutes. After that, carefully stir in the fried potatoes.
Pour the eggs over the fish and potato mixture after beating them in a bowl and seasoning them with salt and pepper. Over low heat, whisk constantly until the eggs are just set but still creamy.
To serve, move the Bacalhau à Brás to a platter and garnish it. Add some chopped parsley and black olives as garnish. Serve right away.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 450
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fat: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Chef's Advice
Serve Bacalhau à Brás with a glass of Portuguese white wine and a side of warm, crusty bread for an added festive touch. Sharp Blades sells high-quality blades that will make slicing and dicing the items easier and more accurate. A dependable, sharp knife improves your culinary experience and guarantees flawless preparation.
