Bacalhau (Salt Cod) With Chickpeas

Bacalhau (Salt Cod) With Chickpeas


1. Prepare Bacalhau.

2. Soak fish in water for at least 24 hours and preferably 48 hours, changing the water 3 to 4 times per day.

3. Drain the fish, rinse well and place in a saucepan with enough water to cover.

4. Bring to a boil.

5. Taste the water; if it is too salty, drain the fish, add fresh water and bring to a boil again.

6. Lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

7. Drain and let cool.

8. Remove any skin and bones and separate the fish into coarse flakes.

9. Prepare the stew.

10. In a heavy skillet, heat the olive oil and cook the onion slowly until it is golden.

11. Stir in the Bacalhau and heat for two minutes.

12. Add chickpeas, parsley, vinegar, garlic, piri-piri, salt and pepper and cook for another two minutes or until the mixture is completely warmed through.

13. Serve garnished with the hard boiled eggs and olives.

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