
How to Soak Bacalao
Bacalao has a very high salt content and must be soaked before eating. Follow these simple instructions to enjoy delicious Bacalao every time.
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Step one: Soak
Rinse the bacalao in clean, cold water to remove the excess salt, and then place the fish into a bowl to soak. There should be at least 3X as much water as fish and the water should be between 6-8°C.
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Step two: Change the water
Pour fresh water over the bacalao every 8 hours.
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Step three: Ready to cook
The bacalao will be ready to cook after 48 hours.
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Step four: Portions
In order to make the most of your bacalao, we recommend the following cuts: