RCI-EG.002.0059.001
Portuguese eggs
The portuguese primarily eat salted dried cod that has been soaking in water for atleast a day (changing the water every few hours).
Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Total40 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner
Ingredients
- papseco (portuguese roll) or any roll you enjoy1 unit
- fillets of salted dried cod that has been soaking as above.2 unit
- 2 unit
- 1 unit
- salt is not necessary since there is still enough taste of salt in the soaked cod.1 unit
Method
1
Pat the soaked cod fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, then flake the flesh into small bite-sized pieces, discarding any remaining bones or skin.
2
Heat oil for frying in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and is ready for cooking.
2 minutes
3
Add the flaked cod to the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cod begins to brown and crisp slightly.
4 minutes
4
Pour the beaten eggs over the cod in the skillet and reduce heat to medium, stirring gently to combine and cook the eggs.
5 minutes
5
Continue cooking and stirring until the eggs are scrambled and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes, creating a moist but fully set mixture.
3 minutes
6
Slice the Portuguese roll in half horizontally and warm it in a dry skillet or oven if desired.
2 minutes
7
Spoon the cod and egg mixture generously onto the bottom half of the Portuguese roll, top with the other half, and serve immediately while hot.