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 salted cod
1/2 kg potatoes
1/2 kg carrots
2 ripe red tomatoes
1 bell pepper
2 large onions
Olives to taste
Minced garlic to taste
Chopped cilantro to taste
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Coconut milk to taste
Olive oil to taste
2 cups milk
1 1/2 tablespoons wheat flour
1 tablespoon butter
1 egg
1/2 cup heavy cream
Nutmeg to taste
Black pepper to taste
Salt to taste
1/2 kg potatoes
1/2 kg carrots
2 ripe red tomatoes
1 bell pepper
2 large onions
Olives to taste
Minced garlic to taste
Chopped cilantro to taste
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Coconut milk to taste
Olive oil to taste
2 cups milk
1 1/2 tablespoons wheat flour
1 tablespoon butter
1 egg
1/2 cup heavy cream
Nutmeg to taste
Black pepper to taste
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find salted cod at specialized gourmet fishmongers or large supermarkets in the frozen or deli sections. If unavailable, high-quality white fish fillets can be used as a substitute, although the texture and flavor profile will differ significantly. Vegetables and herbs are widely available in local markets and grocery stores.
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, keep the cooking water and flake the fish meat
- 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, cooking until a thick sauce forms; adjust the salt if necessary
- Boil the sliced potatoes and carrots until tender
- For the white sauce, blend the milk, flour, and melted butter in a blender; cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens
- Finish the white sauce by mixing in the heavy cream, nutmeg, black pepper, salt, and the beaten egg
- Rub a clove of garlic all over the inside of a large baking dish and grease it with olive oil
- Assemble the dish by layering the cod, potatoes, and carrots
- Spread the white sauce over the top and bake until golden
- Garnish with olives and parsley before serving alongside 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 assembly in layers, which ensures a succulent and highly flavorful final result.
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