Florentine Style Baccalà

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 17

Florentine Style Baccalà Recipe for Your Dinner Tonight

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

1 hr 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 lbs soaked salt cod fish ( cut into two-inch slices across the grain and floured )
	1/2 cup olive oil
	2 -3 crushed pealed garlic cloves
	fresh ground pepper
	white wine
	1 lb pealed seeded fresh tomatoes or 3/4 lb canned tomato
	1 bunch parsley , minced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

326

Sugar

Fat

14.5g

Florentine Style Baccalà is a traditional seafood dish originating from the Tuscan region in Italy. The dish comprises salt cod that has been soaked and de-salted, then floured and fried until golden brown. The fish is then simmered in a tomato sauce infused with garlic, white wine, and fresh parsley, making a delicious and healthy meal that your family and friends will love. It is an excellent way to experience a taste of Italy right from your own kitchen!

Instructions

1.	Rinse the soaked salt cod under cold running water and dry it with paper towels.
2.	Flour each slice of cod lightly and fry them in the olive oil, turning them over once, until they are golden brown on both sides.
3.	Remove the fish from the pan and keep it warm.
4.	In the same pan used to fry the fish, add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
5.	Add the tomatoes and parsley to the pan and cook for 5 minutes over medium heat.
6.	Add a splash of white wine and season with freshly ground pepper to taste.
7.	Return the cooked fish slices to the pan and allow them to simmer in the tomato sauce for a few minutes.
8.	Serve the Florentine Style Baccalà hot with fresh bread and a glass of white wine on the side.

PROS

Florentine Style Baccalà is a delightful and savory dish that can be made with simple ingredients that you may already have in your pantry.

It is also a perfect dish for anyone who is trying to eat healthily since it is low in calories and high in nutrition.

CONS

One of the main cons of Florentine Style Baccalà is that it requires salt cod, which can be challenging to find in some areas.

Also, the tomato sauce can be quite tangy, so if you don’t like acidic flavors, this recipe might not be for you.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Florentine Style Baccalà is a great source of lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus.
It is also low in saturated fat and calories, making it an ideal dinner choice for anyone who is trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle.