Codfish Bread Soup (açorda De Bacalhau)
Codfish Bread Soup, also known as Açorda de Bacalhau, is a traditional Portuguese dish that combines the flavors of salted codfish with bread and aromatic herbs. This hearty and comforting soup is perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day.
Ingredients
- 500g salted codfish, soaked and flaked
- 4 cups water
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 slices of day-old bread, cubed
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil and add the flaked codfish. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove the codfish from the water and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until softened.
- Add the cubed bread to the pot and stir to combine with the garlic and onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the reserved codfish cooking water over the bread mixture and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the flaked codfish back to the pot and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, beat the eggs and slowly pour them into the soup, stirring continuously to create ribbons of egg.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large pot Knife Cutting board Wooden spoon Bowl
Tools
Saucepan Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Codfish Bread Soup hot, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. It pairs well with crusty bread and a simple green salad.
Tips & tricks
Soaking the salted codfish in water for 24 hours before using it will help to remove excess salt and ensure a milder flavor in the soup.
Cost
$15