Pick Up Saltfish Recipes

Steps:

• Break the fish in pieces, removing any bones, and place in large saucepan with the water and lemons. Boil over medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes.
• Taste the fish at this point to check the salt level. If it is still too salty, repeat step 1.
• Drain and shred the fish with your fingers.
• Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, scallions, bell peppers, tomatoes, and parsley, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
• Add the saltfish and cook for another 5 minutes.
• Season with black pepper and lime juice, and garnish with cilantro. Serve with sliced avocado.
• Enjoy!

Steps:

• Rinse the cod with cold water, then place in a large bowl. Cover with cold water. Cover bowl with plastic wrap or foil and chill at least 24 hours in the fridge, changing the water once. Drain.
• Place the fish in a large skillet, cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer till fish flakes easily, about 50 minutes. Drain; cool slightly.
• Using fingers, shred the fish, dicarding skin and bones. Measure 1 1/2 cups shredded fish and place in a bowl(reserving any remaining fish for another use).
• Add onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes, lime juice, lime peel, and chile to the fish and stir to blend. Season with salt and pepper. The salad can be made up to 4 hours ahead of serving time, covered and chilled.
• Mound salad in the center of a nice platter. Sprinkle with chopped boiled egg. Surround with the avocado slices and serve. Enjoy!