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Nutritional Values
360kcal
22gProtein
30gCarbs
18gFat
2gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🐟 Fish
Pataniscas de Bacalhau
How to order / say it
Say it
Pataniscas de Bacalhau — [Pah-tah-nees-kahs de Bah-kah-louw]
Order
I'd like to try Pataniscas de Bacalhau.
Locally
Quero provar Pataniscas de Bacalhau.
Say locally
Golden, crispy fritters made with cod.
Why try it?
These fritters highlight Aveiro's maritime heritage, turning the staple Portuguese bacalhau into a crispy, snackable delight often enjoyed with friends and family.
How it tastes
Crispy on the outside with a tender, flaky interior, these fritters are flavorful with a mild sea taste from the salted cod.
Origin & History — first documented: 1900
Dating back to the early 20th century, Pataniscas were a creative way to use leftover cod, becoming a beloved snack in Aveiro due to the region's fishing industry.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🐟 300 g salted cod
- 🌾 150 g flour
- 🥚 2 eggs
- 🧄 50 g onion
- 🫒 50 ml olive oil
- 🌿 10 g parsley
Method
- 1 Soak and shred the cod.
- 2 Mix cod with flour, eggs, chopped onion, and parsley.
- 3 Fry spoonfuls of the mixture in hot olive oil until golden brown.
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