Bacalaíto

Bacalaí and fried pork

The bacalaíto is a frying pan of salted cod. It is a traditional Puerto Rican snack that is typically eaten as independent food. It is served on the beach, in cuchifritos and in parties. It is crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside. characteristics

The bacalaítos are served throughout Puerto Rico in different versions. According to the recipe, salt cod is soaked or boiled to remove most of the salt. Then it drains and crumbles, adding to a batter of flour with spices. Then fry. It is frequently seasoned with sofrito, parsley, cumin, orégano witch and annatto.

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