Hello pretty people! Welcome to Paulina Kitchen again! Today we have a recipe with a pretty funny name: stacks !! Did they already knew him? It is a typical dish of the Region of Murcia, south of Spain, which we can also call, Arriero Ajo , or simply potatoes with cod , or potatoes with cod. But it is much more fun to tell you stars, or not?
In this new installment we will learn what exactly this traditional Murcian , what its name means and why it is called that ; What is the origin of the stacking recipe and the step by step to do it at home and enjoy this delight with history.
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About Manchego stacks
Atscaburras is much more than a traditional dish, since it is closely linked to the history of Murcia roots . It is a rustic and humble recipe that is made with desalted cod and potatoes (potatoes), which has been transmitted from generation to generation.
Although it may sound somewhat peculiar, its name comes, precisely, of its ability to “stuck” or fill the stomach, being a substantial and satisfactory dish.
Its origin
The history and origin of the stars has its roots in Murcian rural cuisine, as a large part of the local cuisine, where this dish arose as an ingenious solution to take advantage of simple and local ingredients.
Farmers and fishermen in the region sought to create substantial dishes that kept them satisfied during long working days. Thus, this dish or the Murcia salad , among other representative dishes of the region.
What carries the stars?
Among the fundamental ingredients that are the potatoes, which produce satiety, and the cod, which gives it a salty and distinctive touch. The mixture of these ingredients with olive and garlic oil creates a symphony of flavors that embodies the essence of Murcia cuisine.
The combination can vary slightly according to family tradition, although it always maintains the rustic essence that characterizes it.
Eye, it is not a plate of potatoes with cod or a brandy of cod , because although it shares certain characteristics with these dishes, Murcia stacks has the peculiarity that the ingredients are integrated as if it were a mash, with an incredible result.
The meaning of Murcia stacks
The Atscaburras dish is more than a recipe: it is a link with the history and traditions of Murcia. Its name may sound curious, but reflects its original purpose, which is to fill the stomach and provide lasting energy.
In a deeper sense, Murcia stacks is a symbol of culinary creativity that arises from the need and passion for authentic food. Each bite is a time trip, a connection with the past generations that created and enjoyed it.
5 tips to prepare this recipe
- Ingredient selection: Choosing quality potatoes and fresh or previously desalted cod guarantees a good flavor to the dish.
- Cooking time: Popes are cooked with skin, until they are tender but not undone. In this way, proper texture is guaranteed in the final dish.
- DESICATED OF THE COD: If you choose to use salty cod, it is very important to get it out before using it in the recipe to avoid excess salt. To do so, you must put the cod in a container with cold water for 24 or 48 hours, changing the water every 6 hours.
- Balance of flavors: adjust the amount of garlic, olive oil and condiments according to personal preferences, looking for a balance of flavors and playing with combinations. You can add paprika, cumin or a touch of spicy to give flavor.
- Finally, the issue of digestion ! And it is that the stars is a “filling” , so it is better to eat it leaving enough time to digest it correctly. I throw that data, you look.
How to decorate your manchego clogs
At the time of learning how to do stars , we will find a very simple preparation. This delight is made from basic ingredients such as potatoes, cod, olive oil, garlic and hard eggs.
The potatoes are cooked until they reach a soft texture and mix with the previously desalted cod . Once unified, olive oil and garlic , creating a creamy and delicious mixture.
Finally, it is decorated, we optionally do it with cooked eggs. But there are also other ways to decorate your stars. I leave you 8 ideas:
- Roasted red peppers : A very beautiful way to decorate your dish is to roast red peppers and cut them into thin strips to decorate on top.
- Olives: Black or green olives can give it a salty touch and a very beautiful color contrast to the plate.
- Fresh parsley: a bit of chopped parsley will not only provide color but also an aroma to the plate.
- Toasted almonds: instead of nuts, or additionally, minced roasted almonds can be spread. You will contribute their perfect crunchy touch.
- Toasted garlic sheets: here we pass to another level of things, listen to me, you can slightly toast fine malls of garlic in olive oil until golden and crispy are, and use them to decorate #Truquito.
- Cod cod: If you reserve some pieces of desalted cod, you can use them to decorate. You would only have to brown them slightly in a pan with a little oil and now.
- Páimón: A light sprinkle of paprika works, it works well!
- Extra virgin olive oil: obvious, a final splash of a good extra virgin olive oil will give you a beautiful finish.
The result is a dish that surprises with its authentic flavor and traditional touch.
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Murcian cloud recipe
Yields: 4 portions
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 500 g of potatoes
- 300 g of desalted cod
- 100 ml of olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hard eggs
- Parsley to decorate
How to do stars step by step
- Cook the potatoes in salt water until they are tender. Drain and wait a little for them to cool before peeling them. Reserve.
- In a pan with olive oil add chopped garlic and cook until golden brown. Incorporate the cod into the pan and cook for a few minutes until it integrates with garlic.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked potatoes with the content of the pan. Crush everything slightly to combine flavors. Condiment with paprika, salt and pepper.
- Decorate with chopped parsley and the hard eggs cut in the rooms above. Accompany with bread or toast. Enjoy!
