Smoked Paprika Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá Bake

Smoked Paprika Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá Bake

Prep: 20 min • Cook: 40 min. An elevated version of the traditional baked dish, infused with the warmth of smoked paprika and a hint of garlic. Layered with salt cod, golden potatoes, and caramelized onions, then finished with a rich olive oil drizzle and fresh parsley.

Preparation time
20 min
Cooking time
40 min
Total time
1 hr
Servings
6

Instructions

Bake Preparation

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. 2In a large ovenproof dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes.
  3. 3Scatter half of the sliced onions, flaked salt cod, and minced garlic over the potatoes.
  4. 4Sprinkle with half of the smoked paprika, bay leaves, and black olives.
  5. 5Drizzle with about half of the olive oil.
  6. 6Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
  7. 7Finish by drizzling the remaining olive oil over the top layer.

Cooking

  1. 1Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  2. 2Remove the foil and continue to bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and golden brown.

Finishing Touches

  1. 1Remove from the oven, discard the bay leaves, and season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  2. 2Garnish generously with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories
581 kcal
Protein
35 g
Fat
26 g
Carbs
50 g
NutrientPer serving
Calories581 kcal
Protein35 g
Fat26 g
Carbs50 g

Tips

  • Ensure the salt cod is properly soaked to remove excess salt for a balanced flavour.
  • Using a mandoline for slicing potatoes ensures even cooking and a pleasant texture.
  • Serve hot, perhaps with a simple green salad or crusty bread to soak up the delicious olive oil.

By Chef Michael Ilin