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Portuguese Cod Fish Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Portugal, this cod fish salad, or Salada de Bacalhau, is a staple in Portuguese cuisine, often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings. The dish showcases the country's love for bacalhau (salted cod), a key ingredient in many traditional recipes. Today, it is cherished not only in Portugal but also in communities around the world, where it reflects the Portuguese diaspora's culinary heritage.

PortuguesePTmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
1 teaspoon salt
1 medium red onion
1 medium red bell pepper
1 medium green bell pepper
1 medium cucumber
2 medium tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped parsley
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons vinegar
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

salted cod

🥗Healthier: fresh cod

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Fresh cod is lighter, while canned tuna is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with health benefits.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: capers

Green olives provide a different taste while being less expensive.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu adds protein while being plant-based and cost-effective.

1

Soak chickpeas in water overnight or about 12 hours.

2

Boil chickpeas with salt, onion, garlic, leek, and carrots for about 40 minutes until soft.

3

Chop red onion and red pepper, removing the white parts.

4

Chop green pepper and cucumber, leaving cucumber in larger pieces.

5

Peel and slice tomato, leaving seeds inside.

6

Cook cod fish in boiling water with parsley and garlic, then let it rest for 10 minutes after turning off the heat.

7

Remove bones from cod fish and add to the salad.

8

Chop parsley and add to the salad.

9

Season with vinegar, salt, pepper, and olive oil to taste.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingchoppingmixing

Equipment Needed

large bowlknifecutting boardcolander

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

fishegg

Also Known As

Salada de Bacalhau

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