Bacalao is salted and dried cod, commonly used in a variety of traditional dishes.

How do I prepare bacalao before cooking?

Soak it in cold water for 24–48 hours, changing the water every 6–8 hours to remove excess salt.

How long should bacalao be soaked?

Typically, 24 to 48 hours depending on the thickness of the fillet and your taste for saltiness.

Can I freeze bacalao?

Yes, both salted and rehydrated bacalao can be frozen for later use.

How do I store bacalao before soaking?

Keep salted bacalao in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator, tightly wrapped.

What are the most popular dishes made with bacalao?

Popular dishes include bacalao a la vizcaína, bacalao guisado, and Portuguese bacalhau recipes.

How do I know if bacalao has gone bad?

It should not smell sour or ammonia-like, and should have firm flesh with no discoloration.

Can I desalt bacalao faster?

Cutting it into smaller pieces and soaking in cold water, changing it frequently, can help speed up desalting.

How long does cooked bacalao last in the fridge?

Cooked bacalao can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.

Do I need to cook bacalao after soaking?

Yes, bacalao should be cooked after soaking to ensure proper texture and flavor.

Can I use bacalao in salads?

Absolutely. Once desalted and cooked, bacalao is delicious in salads and cold dishes.

Is bacalao available boneless?

Yes, you can find boneless bacalao fillets, which are more convenient for cooking.

What are good substitutes for bacalao?

Unsalted fresh cod can be used, but it won't provide the same unique flavor.

Where can I buy bacalao?

You can buy it at MasGusto! Latino Market, www.masgusto.com.

Where can I buy bacalao around me?

You can buy it now on the MasGusto! Latino Market App and get it delivered to your home as fast as tomorrow.

Is bacalao suitable for freezing after soaking?

Yes, after desalting, you can portion and freeze bacalao for future use.

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Frequently asked questions

What is bacalao?
Bacalao is salted and dried cod, commonly used in a variety of traditional dishes.
How long should bacalao be soaked?
Typically, 24 to 48 hours depending on the thickness of the fillet and your taste for saltiness.
How do I store bacalao before soaking?
Keep salted bacalao in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator, tightly wrapped.
How do I know if bacalao has gone bad?
It should not smell sour or ammonia-like, and should have firm flesh with no discoloration.
How long does cooked bacalao last in the fridge?
Cooked bacalao can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
Can I use bacalao in salads?
Absolutely. Once desalted and cooked, bacalao is delicious in salads and cold dishes.
What are good substitutes for bacalao?
Unsalted fresh cod can be used, but it won't provide the same unique flavor.
Where can I buy bacalao around me?
You can buy it now on the MasGusto! Latino Market App and get it delivered to your home as fast as tomorrow.

How do I prepare bacalao before cooking?
Soak it in cold water for 24–48 hours, changing the water every 6–8 hours to remove excess salt.
Can I freeze bacalao?
Yes, both salted and rehydrated bacalao can be frozen for later use.
What are the most popular dishes made with bacalao?
Popular dishes include bacalao a la vizcaína, bacalao guisado, and Portuguese bacalhau recipes.
Can I desalt bacalao faster?
Cutting it into smaller pieces and soaking in cold water, changing it frequently, can help speed up desalting.
Do I need to cook bacalao after soaking?
Yes, bacalao should be cooked after soaking to ensure proper texture and flavor.
Is bacalao available boneless?
Yes, you can find boneless bacalao fillets, which are more convenient for cooking.
Where can I buy bacalao?
You can buy it at MasGusto! Latino Market, www.masgusto.com.
Is bacalao suitable for freezing after soaking?
Yes, after desalting, you can portion and freeze bacalao for future use.

Melissa Rosa p
I love
AnaBrandao
Looking forward to making a salad.
Estefania
My cod that I love with potatoes
masgusto.15440824
Judging by the packaging, it seems to be of excellent quality (I haven't tried it yet).
masgusto.17242841
great look and freshly pick.
Bradley
Clear, just like the photo
Fernanda
I loved the cod, excellent quality!
vaniza645
Good for making codfish my way.
Minelba
Product in excellent condition
lorenabadia1996
Well package
MiaJazzieXiaoBai
Nice pieces cut to bite size easy quick steaming 2 minutes
ままん
I wanted to eat fish, so I bought this after reading reviews.
MiaJazzieXiaoBai
Very good flavoring cut up to bite size pieces and steam with ginger and garlic
Reimyyyyy
The pieces were small and had a bit of a fishy smell. Ginger and soju or mirin are essential when cooking.
lene1223
This is the third time I purchased this just put them in the air fryer with seasonings
Anghela Li
I prepared this black cod with a miso glaze and baked it in the oven. The fish came out buttery, tender, and absolutely delicious.
weee.14182489
Anyway, I didn't see it clearly this time. Next time I'll definitely buy fish fillets; the meat on fish fillets is thicker. Also, the fish slices I bought weren't very good; they felt like tiny pieces.
Terry811
This black cod is incredible—zero fishy smell or taste, just pure, clean flavor. The texture is unbelievably buttery and silky, almost like eating premium Chilean sea bass. Cooked up tender and flaky with just a little salt and miso glaze. Will definitely be ordering again!
toldorq
Excited to try this!
elchengwu
The kids love the fresh, tender sea fish.
DaysiGarcia
E I loved it, very good product
Honesta100
Very fresh indeed. Very happy with my purchase. I liked the product and the way is carefully packaged to arrived fresh.
jeffreyr669
Excellent
YaryB
Great for making salads!
chineacarmenc
I already have my Easter getaway.
Dennis
Well, the cod arrived in great condition
amarelys1272
Excellent
martiressilvestre
Excellent product
cfelipequaresma
I'll try it.
tamhieuhuynh59
Cod fillets are delicious in sour soup and braised dishes…