Cod with Chickpeas | BACALHAU COM GRÃO DE BICO (English)

salted cod

🥗Healthier: fresh cod

💰Cheaper: pollock

Fresh cod is lower in sodium and pollock is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has similar health benefits, while canola oil is often cheaper.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Green olives provide a different flavor profile, while canned olives are usually less expensive.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth, and cayenne is often more affordable.

Soak salted cod in water for 24 hours, changing the water four times.

Simmer salted cod in water for about 14 minutes until it can be easily broken apart.

Shred the cod into tiny pieces using fingers or forks.

In a bowl, mix about 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon of vinegar.

Add a quarter teaspoon of salt and black pepper to the mixture, adjusting to taste.

Add chopped onion, roasted red bell peppers, fresh parsley, minced garlic, and whole black olives to the bowl.

Mix all ingredients well and let sit to allow flavors to marry.

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