The Salted and Dried Shredded Codfish is a high-quality product, much appreciated in Portuguese and Brazilian cuisine. With its intense flavor and delicate texture, this cod is ideal for use in a variety of recipes, from simple dishes like salads and omelets to more elaborate dishes like the famous Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá. Because it is salty and dry, shredded cod requires a desalting process before use, ensuring a perfect flavor and texture in your recipe.
Ingredients Codfish and salt.
Allergenic Information GLUTEN FREE.
Preparation Recommendation Desalting the cod is a necessary process to remove excess salt and hydrate the cod. Here's how to remove salt from the cod the right way to ensure a tender, flavorful cod dish:
1. Start by washing the cod under running water to remove excess salt; 2. Place the cod in pieces in a basin with water until covered and with the skin facing up; 3. Keep the codfish in the refrigerator changing the water 3 to 4 times during the day, for one or two days.
Storage While dry, the cod should be stored in its packaging in a cool place (between 0 and 7 ºC), and sheltered from light. After soaking, it can be eaten immediately or frozen. Never freeze cod until it is properly soaked.
Nutrition information Amount per serving - 100g
AMOUNT
% RDA*
Energetic value
757 kJ / 179 kcal
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Carbohydrates / of which sugar
0g / 0g
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Proteins
41,1g
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Total fats
1,6g
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Saturated fats
1,6g
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Trans fats
0g
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Dietary fiber
0g
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Sodium
9,6g
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* % “Recommended Daily Allowances“ (RDA) is based on a 2.000 Kcal or 8.400 kJ diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your needs.
