Brazilian recipe
Baked Cod (Bacalhau ao forno)
Baked Cod is a classic of Brazilian cuisine, combining the bold flavor of salted cod with juicy tomatoes and an irresistible creamy sauce.
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Ingredients
1 kg of salted cod
1/2 kg of potatoes
1/2 kg of carrots
2 ripe red tomatoes
1 bell pepper
2 large onions
Olives to taste
Minced garlic to taste
Chopped cilantro to taste
1 tablespoon of tomato paste
Coconut milk to taste
Olive oil to taste
2 cups of milk
1 1/2 tablespoons of wheat flour
1 tablespoon of butter
1 egg
1/2 cup of heavy cream
Nutmeg to taste
Black pepper to taste
Salt to taste
1/2 kg of potatoes
1/2 kg of carrots
2 ripe red tomatoes
1 bell pepper
2 large onions
Olives to taste
Minced garlic to taste
Chopped cilantro to taste
1 tablespoon of tomato paste
Coconut milk to taste
Olive oil to taste
2 cups of milk
1 1/2 tablespoons of wheat flour
1 tablespoon of butter
1 egg
1/2 cup of heavy cream
Nutmeg to taste
Black pepper to taste
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find salted cod at specialized fishmongers or well-stocked supermarkets; high-quality olive oil and fresh produce are available at local markets. Coconut milk is widely available in the international or baking aisles.
Preparation method
- Start by soaking the cod for 24 hours, remembering to change the water regularly to remove excess salt.
- Boil the cod briefly, discard the skin and bones, reserve the cooking water, and flake the fish.
- Season the cod flakes with garlic, salt, and cilantro.
- In a pan with a little olive oil, sauté the sliced onions.
- Add the chopped tomatoes (peeled and deseeded), the bell pepper, and the olives.
- Mix in the cod, tomato paste, coconut milk, and a little of the fish cooking water, letting it cook until a thick sauce forms; adjust salt if necessary.
- Boil the sliced potatoes and carrots until they are tender.
- For the white sauce, blend the milk, flour, and melted butter in a blender; heat over the stove, stirring constantly until it thickens.
- Finish the white sauce by stirring in the heavy cream, nutmeg, black pepper, salt, and the beaten egg.
- Rub a garlic clove all over the inside of a large baking dish and grease it with olive oil.
- Assemble the dish by making alternating layers of the cod mixture, potatoes, and carrots.
- Spread the white sauce over the top and bake until golden brown.
- Garnish with olives and parsley before serving accompanied by white rice.
Observations
This is a comforting recipe, perfect for family lunches or special celebrations. The secret lies in the careful preparation of the cod and the layering process, which ensures a succulent and deeply flavorful result.
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