Poached Salt Cod

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Ingredients

  • 4 lb center-cut skinless boneless salt cod, rinsed well
  • 3 quarts water
  • 1 medium onion, halved
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Instructions

  1. Divide cod between 2 large bowls and cover with cold water by 2 inches.
  2. Soak cod, chilled, changing water 3 times a day, up to 3 days (see note below).
  3. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  4. Drain cod and transfer to a 6- to 8-quart pot with water, onion, thyme, bay leaves, and peppercorns.
  5. Bring just to a simmer and remove from heat.
  6. (Cod will just flake; do not boil or it will become tough.)
  7. Gently transfer cod with a slotted spoon to a platter, discarding cooking liquid and seasonings.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

210 kcal 11% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.5g 19% DV
Total Fat 7.8g 10% DV
Carbs 33.3g 12% DV
Fiber 10.6g 38% DV
Sugar 1.3g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 114.5mg 5% DV
Potassium 406.5mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 14.5mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 136.8mcg 15% DV
Vitamin C 52.1mg 58% DV
Calcium 321.3mg 25% DV
Iron 15.9mg 88% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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