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Nutritional Values
220kcal
20gProtein
10gCarbs
12gFat
3gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
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🐟 Fish
Esqueixada
How to order / say it
Say it
Esqueixada — [es-kay-HAH-dah]
Order
I'd like the esqueixada, please.
Locally
Voldria l'esqueixada, si us plau.
Say locally
Salad made from shredded salt cod, tomatoes, onions, and olives.
Why try it?
Esqueixada showcases the Catalan love for fresh, seafood-based dishes, embodying Barcelona's coastal identity. This vibrant salad is a refreshing introduction to the light and flavorful combinations typical of the region.
How it tastes
Esqueixada offers a fresh, tangy taste with the delicate flavors of salt cod balancing the sweet tomatoes and pungent onions. Olives and a drizzle of olive oil add richness and depth to the salad.
Origin & History — first documented: 1700
This dish originated centuries ago in Catalonia where preserving fish with salt was common. Esqueixada became a popular summer dish due to its refreshing qualities and has remained a staple in Catalan cuisine.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🐟 200 g salt cod
- 🥕 2 ripe tomatoes
- 🧄 1 red onion
- 50 g black olives
- 🫒 50 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 🧂 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
Method
- 1 Desalt the cod by soaking it in water for 24 hours, changing the water regularly.
- 2 Shred the cod and mix with chopped tomatoes, sliced onion, and olives.
- 3 Dress with olive oil and vinegar, and toss gently.
- 4 Chill before serving to enhance flavors.
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