Bacalao Guisado

Name: Bacalao Guisado
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 1 lb desalted salt cod, cubed; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup tomato sauce; 2 Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed; 1/4 cup pitted green olives, halved; 1 tbsp capers, drained; 1 bay leaf

A classic Caribbean fish stew cooked with tender salt cod, potatoes, olives, and capers in a rich tomato base.

50 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

CubanDinnerStovetopPescatarianMediterraneanHigh ProteinHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb desalted salt cod, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup tomato sauce
2 Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
1/4 cup pitted green olives, halved
1 tbsp capers, drained
1 bay leaf

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2

Add 1 diced yellow onion, 1 diced green bell pepper, and 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 5 minutes until soft.
3

Stir in 1 cup tomato sauce, 2 cubed Yukon Gold potatoes, 1/4 cup halved pitted green olives, 1 tbsp drained capers, and 1 bay leaf.
4

Add 1 lb cubed desalted salt cod and simmer covered for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender and fish reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
5

Remove 1 bay leaf before serving.

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Questions

What is Bacalao Guisado?

A classic Caribbean fish stew cooked with tender salt cod, potatoes, olives, and capers in a rich tomato base. This reference files it under Cuban dinner: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 50 minutes start to finish.

How long does Bacalao Guisado take?

As written, 50 minutes: 20 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (20 minutes): "Add 1 lb cubed desalted salt cod and simmer covered for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender and fish reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F."

What internal temperature should Bacalao Guisado reach?

For Bacalao Guisado, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for capers in Bacalao Guisado?

The entry for Bacalao Guisado calls for 1 tbsp capers, drained. In its place: Chopped green olives give the same briny pop.

Does Bacalao Guisado contain fish?

Yes: 1 lb desalted salt cod, cubed. The full allergen list for this entry is fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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