Ingredients

• 3 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 peeled tomatoes, halved or crushed
• 2 salt cod fillets (~1 lb total), soaked 3 days in unsalted water
• 10 black olives (pitted or whole)
• 1 garlic clove
• 2–3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp oregano, or to taste
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 basil leaf
• Salt, to taste
• Water, as needed for simmering
• 1 tsp sugar (optional – to add to soaking water on final day)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Soak the cod:
Place the dried salt cod in a bowl of cold unsalted water for 3 days, changing the water 2–3 times per day. On the final day, add a teaspoon of sugar to help reduce saltiness. Rinse, cut into chunks, and set aside. 2️⃣ Start the base:
In a large saucepan, heat 2–3 tbsp of olive oil with 1 garlic clove. Add the diced potatoes and sauté for 2–3 minutes. 3️⃣ Add tomatoes & herbs:
Add the peeled tomatoes, oregano, parsley, basil, and a pinch of salt. Add a splash of water, cover, and cook on low for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. 4️⃣ Add the cod:
Add the pieces of soaked cod to the pan, nestling them into the sauce and potatoes. Cover again and cook for 10 minutes. 5️⃣ Finish the dish:
Flip the cod pieces gently. Add black olives, cover, and cook for another 10–15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the cod is flaky. 6️⃣ Serve:
Plate hot, drizzled with a little raw olive oil and more parsley if desired. Don’t forget some crusty bread to mop up the sauce!