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Bacalhau à Brás with Vegetables

A variation of the classic Portuguese bacalhau à brás, featuring salted cod with vegetables, tomatoes, olives, and basil.

120 minutes4 servings
Bacalhau à Brás with Vegetables
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Ingredients

Method

  1. Soak the salted cod in water for 24 hours, changing the water every 6 hours to remove excess salt.
  2. In a large pan, sauté garlic and onion in olive oil until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in olives and potatoes, then add the drained cod.
  5. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the cod is tender.
  6. Stir in fresh basil before serving.
  7. Serve warm with a side of crusty bread.
  8. Cook fish and seafood to an internal temperature of 63°C (145°F) before serving.

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