Description
Hearty and flavorful, this baccala stew is perfect for a cozy night in. Potatoes, tomatoes, and olives simmer with salt cod in a rich broth.
Ingredients
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- 1 lbs (454 g) Salted Cod
- 1/4 cups (59 ml) All-purpose Flour
- 6 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 Large Potatoes
- 1 Large Onion
- 2 Celery Stalks
- 1 cups (237 ml) Dry White Wine
- 1 cups (237 ml) Fish or Vegetable Stock
- Pinch Of Red Chili Flakes
- 1 Box Pomi Chopped Tomatoes
- 1/4 cups (59 ml) Chopped (Pitted Flavorful Olives)
- 1 1/2 tbsp Chopped Capers
- 3 tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley
- Black Pepper
Instructions
- Cut the potatoes into 2-inch pieces and boil in unsalted water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Remove any skin from the fish and cut it into 2-inch pieces.
- Dust the fish pieces with flour.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium heat (approximately 300°F/150°C), then fry the fish on all sides until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side.
- Remove the fish from the pot and set aside.
- Add the onion and celery to the pot and cook over medium heat (approximately 300°F/150°C) for 8 minutes.
- Pour in the wine and cook over high heat (approximately 400°F/204°C) until almost evaporated, about 5 minutes.
- Add the stock, chili flakes, tomatoes, olives, and capers to the pot and bring to a boil.
- Add the potatoes, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Return the fish to the pot, season with pepper and parsley, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Serve immediately in individual bowls.
Notes
- To reduce saltiness, soak the salt cod in cold water for at least 2 hours before cooking, changing the water a few times.
- For a thicker stew, mash some of the potatoes slightly before adding them back to the pot with the fish.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 80