Portuguese scrambled eggs with potato sticks and salted cod
4 servings
30 minutes
Boltonha in Portuguese with potato straw and salted cod is a traditional dish of Portuguese cuisine, combining simplicity of preparation and rich sea flavor. It has its roots in fishing ports where cod was the main ingredient, and eggs and potatoes were accessible products. Salted cod gives the dish a rich umami flavor, harmoniously complemented by crispy potato straw and the softness of eggs. The light aroma of fried onions enhances the overall depth of flavor. This dish is perfect for a cozy home dinner or a traditional Portuguese feast where food is part of the culture. Boltonha can be served with herbs and fresh bread, making it even more appealing and hearty.
1
If serving cod raw, as is common in Portuguese cuisine, the fish must be carefully cleaned of skin and bones, then the flesh torn into small pieces. Otherwise, place the fish in a pot, cover it with water until fully submerged, and bring to a boil. Then remove, discard the skin and bones, and break into small pieces.
- Cod fillet: 250 g
2
Cut the potatoes into strips and fry in oil. Drain excess oil and set the potatoes aside.
- Potato: 1.2 kg
- Corn oil: 200 ml
3
Pour 6 tablespoons of vegetable oil into the pan and heat it. Add the onion and fry on low heat, stirring regularly, for about 10 minutes or until a golden crust forms.
- Onion: 1 head
- Corn oil: 200 ml
4
Now increase the heat, add potatoes and fish, break in the eggs, and fry everything together, stirring, until the eggs are cooked. Serve.
- Potato: 1.2 kg
- Cod fillet: 250 g
- Chicken egg: 8 pieces
