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Bacalhau à Brás — traditional dish from Lisbon, Brazil
Main course Fish & Seafood

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Nutritional Values

🔥420kcal
💪38gProtein
🌾27gCarbs
🥑22gFat
🌿3gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Allergens

🐟 Fish 🥚 Eggs

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Bacalhau à Brás

How to order / say it
Say it Bacalhau à Brás — [bah-kal-YOW ah Brahs]
Order I'd like the Bacalhau à Brás, please.
Locally Gostaria de um Bacalhau à Brás, por favor.
Say locally

A flavorful salt cod dish with onions, eggs, and potatoes.

Why try it?

This dish represents the Portuguese influence on Brazil's culinary landscape. Its rich flavors and comforting texture make it a favorite at gatherings in Rio.

How it tastes

The combination of salt cod and sautéed onions is wonderfully savory, while the eggs lend a creamy texture and the potatoes add a delightful crispiness.

Origin & History — first documented: 1750

Bacalhau à Brás originated in Portugal but became a staple in Rio in the late 18th century. It's traditionally served during festivities and family meals, showcasing the blend of European culinary traditions with local tastes.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 300 g salt cod
  • 🧄 2 onions
  • 🥚 4 eggs
  • 🥕 2 potatoes
  • 🫒 50 ml olive oil
  • 🥕 50 g olives
  • 🌿 10 g parsley

Method

  1. 1 Desalt the cod by soaking it in water for 24 hours, changing the water several times.
  2. 2 Fry shredded potatoes until crispy and set aside.
  3. 3 Sauté chopped onions in olive oil until soft, add shredded cod and cook thoroughly.
  4. 4 Beat eggs and mix into the cod and onions, stirring until creamy.
  5. 5 Stir in the fried potatoes, garnish with olives and parsley, and serve.

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