Salt cod in tomato sauce

Want to make a tasty and simple cod recipe for dinner? Make this delicious and easy salt cod in tomato sauce recipe!

Salt cod in tomato sauce on a platter

Don't know what to make for dinner and you're short on time? Try this homemade cod recipe drizzled with a delicious tomato sauce. It's a super simple recipe to make, perfect to serve on any occasion.

Salt cod in tomato sauce on a platter

INGREDIENTS FOR SALT COD IN TOMATO SAUCE

Here you'll find all the ingredients needed to make this recipe:

  • Cod - Salt cod, soaked for 24 hours.
  • Onion - Sliced onion. Adds flavor.
  • Tomato - Peeled tomato cut into small chunks. Adds color and flavor to the recipe.
  • Salt, pepper, white wine and chopped rosemary - For seasoning.
  • Olive oil - Adds flavor and some creaminess to the sauce.
  • Chopped garlic - Adds flavor.
  • Tomato pulp - Adds an extra flavor and color to the recipe.

Below you’ll find the correct measurement of all ingredients and the step-by-step guide for this recipe.

HOW TO MAKE SALT COD IN TOMATO SAUCE

Step 1: In a large saucepan, add the sliced onion, peeled tomatoes cut into small chunks, tomato pulp, chopped garlic and the olive oil. Stir and cook on a low heat until the tomato start to break down, stirring occasionally.

Step 2: Add the cod cut into pieces and season with salt, pepper and white wine. Simmer for about 15 minutes. Occasionally, drizzle the cod with the sauce.

Step 3: Sprinkle with chopped rosemary, turn off the heat and serve with boiled potatoes or white rice.

Salt cod in tomato sauce on a platter

TIPS FOR SOAK THE COD

1. Rinse the cod under cold water.

2. Place the cod with the skin facing up in a large bowl and cover it with cold water.

3. Allow the cod to soak for at least 24 hours, changing the water every 8 to 12 hours.

4. After 24 hours, taste a small piece of the cod to check for saltiness. If it is still too salty, continue soaking and changing the water until it reaches your desired level of saltiness.

5. The soaking time may vary depending on the thickness of the cod and the quantity of salt the cod have.

RECIPE VIDEO:
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Salt cod in tomato sauce

Salt cod in tomato sauce on a platter

Want to make a tasty and simple cod recipe for dinner? Make this delicious and easy salt cod in tomato sauce recipe!

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    Category:Main dishes, Quick & easy, Recipes, Salt cod, Videos
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    Difficulty:
    Servings: 4
    Prep Time:5 m
    Cook Time:30 m
    Total Time:35 m

    Ingredients

    • About 1 kg (2 1/4 pounds) salt cod, soaked for 24 hours
    • 1 large onion
    • 3 medium ripe tomatoes
    • 150 ml (2/3 cup) white wine
    • 75 ml (1/3 cup) olive oil
    • 3 cloves of garlic
    • 4 tablespoons tomato pulp
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
    • Rosemary (to taste)
    • 1 teaspoon salt

    Directions

    1. In a large saucepan, add the sliced onion, peeled tomatoes cut into small chunks, tomato pulp, chopped garlic and the olive oil. Stir and cook on a low heat until the tomato start to break down, stirring occasionally.
    2. Add the cod cut into pieces and season with salt, pepper and white wine. Simmer for about 15 minutes. Occasionally, drizzle the cod with the sauce.
    3. Sprinkle with chopped rosemary, turn off the heat and serve with boiled potatoes or white rice.
    Salt cod in tomato sauce
    Nutrition facts
    Serves 4
    Per Serving:
    % DAILY VALUE
    Calories 494
    Total Fat 20 g(26%)
    Saturated Fat 3 g(15%)
    Cholesterol 138 mg(46%)
    Sodium 800 mg(35%)
    Total Carbohydrate 12 g(4%)
    Protein 59 g
     

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