Bacalhau à Brás
Bacalhau à Brás is a traditional Portuguese dish made from shredded salted cod, onions, and thinly chopped fried potatoes, all bound together with scrambled eggs. It is a comforting and hearty dish that reflects Portugal's longstanding relationship with bacalhau (salted cod) as a staple ingredient in its cuisine.
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Ingredients
- 300g
- 1 medium
- 3 medium
- 4 large
- 3 tbsp
- handful
- 2 tbsp chopped
- to taste
- to taste
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Last updated 4/1/2026
The dish originates from Lisbon and is believed to have been created in the 19th century by a tavern keeper named Bras. It highlights the Portuguese tradition of preserving cod through salting and drying, which was vital for sustenance during long sea voyages.
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