Bacalao a la Riojana 2021

cod

🥗Healthier: pollock

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Pollock is lower in calories while tilapia is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers similar health benefits while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Grape juice maintains sweetness while white wine can be a cost-effective substitute.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried thyme can provide a similar aromatic flavor.

Soak the bacalao to remove excess salt if necessary.

Prepare the sauce by sautéing the chopped onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.

Add the roasted red peppers and cook for a few minutes.

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, bay leaf, and white wine; let simmer.

Season with salt, paprika, and sugar to taste.

In a separate bowl, coat the bacalao with flour.

Add the bacalao to the sauce and cook until heated through.

Cooking Techniques

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