Good morning and welcome to Paulina Kitchen! There are preparations that are surprisingly adaptable to any ingredient. The tortilla is one of them. Meats, vegetables, fish ... Everything can make a royal tortilla. The cod tortilla is a traditional dish in Spanish cuisine . It consists of an egg tortilla with pieces of desalted cod and other additional ingredients, such as onion, garlic and parsley .
Fast, easy and with few ingredients, the recipe of the cod tortilla grandmother is an excellent way to incorporate fish into the family menu. These types of recipes go from generation to generation with their characteristics that make it special. It is best to try our traditional recipe and then create your own comfort.
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About cod tortilla
From Spain to the world, cod tortilla
The cod tortilla is a traditional dish of Spanish cuisine, especially popular in the region of Spain. It is believed that its origin dates back to the nineteenth century in Vizcaya , a province in the Basque Country. Although the cod omelette is a traditional dish , its preparation may vary according to the region of Spain. Each region has its own recipe and preferences regarding the ingredients and cooking technique.
The cod tortilla originated as a way to take advantage of the remains of salty cod that had not been used in other dishes. In this way, the cod was reused and a new delicious dish was created.
In Spain, cod tortilla is frequently served as a lid or snack in bars and restaurants. It is common to find it in the tapas bars next to other Spanish delights. It is also very popular in Portuguese cuisine and is known as "Bacalhau à Brás . This variant has a slightly different preparation and is served with fried potatoes and olives.
What you have to know about cod tortilla
Although the best known version of the cod tortilla includes eggs, desalted cod, onion and garlic, there are variants that incorporate other ingredients such as potatoes ( potatoes), peppers, tomatoes and even additional spices to give more flavor.
A desired feature in a good cod tortilla is that it is juicy inside. Achieving the perfect texture can be an art, since the tortilla must be set on the outside but tender and juicy inside.
5 tips to achieve the best cod tortilla
- Cod quality : Use high quality cod, preferably fresh cod or desalted cod of good origin. This will ensure an authentic flavor and adequate texture in the tortilla.
- Adequate desalted : if they are using salty cod, desalio correctly is crucial. Make sure to soak the cod in water during the time necessary to eliminate excess salt. Change the water regularly to accelerate the desalination process. This will prevent the tortilla from being too salty.
- Proportion of ingredients : Adjust the proportion of eggs and cod according to preferences. Some people prefer a more egg tortilla to make it softer and more spongy, while others prefer a greater proportion of cod to highlight their flavor.
- Cooking technique : The cod tortilla is cooked over high heat in a pan with olive oil. It is important not to cook it to prevent it from drying. The tortilla must be golden on the outside but juicy and tender inside.
- Additional ingredients : in addition to cod and eggs, they can add additional ingredients such as onion, garlic or parsley to enhance the taste of tortilla. Make sure and season these ingredients previously before incorporating them into the mixture of eggs and cod.
For the tortilla, is fresh or crushed cod better?
If you want to use fresh cod instead of desalted cod, it is important to keep in mind that the preparation process will be different. Fresh cod must be cooking previously before adding it to the tortilla. You can cook the fresh grilled cod, baked or in a pan with a little olive oil until it is well cooked. Then, crumble in small pieces and proceed to incorporate it into the mixture of eggs and other ingredients to make the tortilla .
If you use denial cod instead of large pieces, the preparation will be simpler. It will not be necessary to crumble it, since the denial cod is usually ready for use. Make sure it is well desalized and, if necessary, rinse it and dry it before adding it to the mixture of eggs and other ingredients.
With this information on how to treat cod , we can make any recipe that we want as cod brandy , cod to the Portuguese , Biscay to the Biscay and the easy and delicious traditional cod frowning among others.
IN THE END. Although the traditional recipe is highly appreciated, in contemporary cuisine new variants and presentations of the cod tortilla . Some chefs have experienced additional ingredients, innovative cooking techniques and more elaborate presentations to give a modern touch to this classic dish.
I leave you with the recipe, I hope you try it and enjoy it. Then you tell me how it came out.
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Cod tortilla recipe
Yield : 4 portions
Preparation time : 1 hour
Ingredients
- 250 gr of desalted cod
- 4 eggs
- 1 large onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Olive oil
- Salt to taste
How to make cod tortilla
- Break the desalted cod into small pieces. Peel and cut the onion into fine julienne and chop the garlic cloves. In a large pan, heat a little olive oil over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic until golden brown. Add the cod and cook for a few minutes.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add salt to taste. Add the content of the pan mixing all the ingredients well. In a clean pan, heat a little more olive oil over high heat. Pour the whole mixture and extend uniformly.
- Cook for a few minutes until the edges are golden and the bottom is curdled. With the help of a large dish, turn the tortilla and cook it on the other side until it is completely curdled. Remove from heat and let stand for a few minutes before cutting.
