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Maltese poached cod with garlic and parsley
Poached salt cod with potatoes and cauliflower, dressed with oil and garlic.
◷ 50 min / 4 servings
Method
- Soak fish in the fridge 24–48 hours, changing water several times. Drain and remove bones.
- Boil potato chunks 15 minutes. Add cauliflower for another 8 minutes and drain.
- Gently poach cod in fresh water 10–15 minutes until cooked. Drain and break into pieces.
- Mix oil with chopped garlic and parsley, lemon and pepper. Spoon over warm fish and vegetables.
✳ From the kitchen
Time excludes soaking. Taste before adding salt.
Tradition reference
Maltese food archive · Bakkaljaw with garlic and parsley ↗Reference for the dish tradition. This recipe is an original home-kitchen adaptation; family versions vary. Not professionally kitchen-tested.