Cod with Onions

Editorial content from Empório Portugal. Traditional recipes may vary by region, family, and cook.

About the recipe

The onion dish is one of the simplest and most common preparations of cod in Portugal: onions in half-moons, plenty of olive oil, and desalted fish.

It works well with both thick steaks and flakes — the key is to cook the onions until they are soft and slightly golden, without burning.

Ingredients

• 600 g of desalted cod in steaks or flakes
• 4 large onions in thin half-moons
• 3 cloves of sliced garlic
• 120 ml of olive oil
• 1 bay leaf
• Chopped parsley
• Black pepper
• Salt only if necessary

Preparation method

1. Sauté the onions in olive oil over medium-low heat, with bay leaf, until they are soft and translucent.
2. Add the garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
3. Add the cod and gently mix.
4. Cover the pot and let it cook over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes.
5. Remove the lid, let the excess liquid evaporate, and drizzle with more olive oil if desired.
6. Season with pepper, finish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Tips from Empório Portugal

• Thin onions cook more evenly.
• Taste the salt of the cod before seasoning.
• Serve with boiled potatoes or bread to soak up the olive oil.

Possible substitutions in Brazil

• Red onion adds a different color and sweetness.
• Steaks can be replaced with flakes to reduce cooking time.

Pairing

Dry white wine or Vinho Verde. Content intended for those over 18 years old. Drink responsibly.