Salt Cod Braised with Vegetables Recipe

Name: Salt Cod Braised with Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, finely diced; 2 leeks, white part only, finely sliced; 3 ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb 2 oz (500g) baking potatoes, peeled and diced; generous pinch of saffron; 2 bay leaves; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 3/4 lb (800g) thick-cut salt cod, soaked, drained, and cut into 4 pieces; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Servings: persons

3 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely diced
2 leeks, white part only, finely sliced
3 ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb 2 oz (500g) baking potatoes, peeled and diced
generous pinch of saffron
2 bay leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 3/4 lb (800g) thick-cut salt cod, soaked, drained, and cut into 4 pieces
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tbsp chopped parsley

1
Heat the oil in a large, shallow flameproof casserole over medium-low heat.
2
Add the onion and leek and cook, stirring often, about 5 minutes, until tender.
3
Stir in the tomatoes and garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
4
Add the potatoes, saffron, and bay leaves, and season well with salt and pepper.
5
Place the salt cod, skin side up, on the vegetables.
6
Pour in the wine and 1 cup water.
7
Bring to a simmer.
8
Cook, shaking the casserole every 5 minutes or so to release gelatin from the fish to thicken the sauce, for about 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
9
Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot, from the casserole.

325

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 onion, finely diced, 2 leeks, white part only, finely sliced, 3 ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped, and more.

Yes, Salt Cod Braised with Vegetables falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salt Cod Braised with Vegetables

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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