Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá

Experience the heart of Portuguese cuisine with Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá, a comforting dish of salted cod, tender potatoes, and olives, crowned with perfectly boiled eggs. Ideal for a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering.

• 500 g salted cod
• 4 medium potatoes
• 2 medium onions
• 3 cloves garlic
• 100 ml olive oil
• 4 large eggs
• 100 g black olives
• fresh parsley to taste fresh parsley

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   In a large pot, boil the soaked cod for about 20 minutes until tender, then drain and let cool before flaking it into large pieces.

3. 3

   In a separate pot, boil the sliced potatoes until just tender. Drain and set aside.

4. 4

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Cook the onions and garlic until softened and translucent.

5. 5

   Layer the flaked cod, cooked potatoes, and sautéed onions in a greased baking dish, starting with a layer of cod, then potatoes, and finishing with the onions.

6. 6

   Top with sliced boiled eggs and black olives. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.