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Salted cod is codfish that has been preserved by drying and salting, commonly used in various traditional dishes.

Keep it in a cool, dry place. It does not require refrigeration while still sealed and dry.

If kept dry and well-sealed, salted cod can last several months without refrigeration.

Popular dishes include bacalao a la vizcaína, bacalhau à Brás, cod fritters, and saltfish and ackee.

Taste a small piece after soaking; it should be pleasantly salty but not overwhelming.

Yes, once desalted and cooked, it can be flaked and added to salads.

If in a hurry, cut into small pieces and soak in frequent water changes, but optimal desalting takes 24–48 hours.

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You need to soak it in cold water for 24–48 hours, changing the water several times, to remove excess salt.

Once soaked and desalted, refrigerate and use within 2–3 days.

Yes, you can freeze either soaked or unsoaked salted cod. Wrap it well to prevent freezer burn.

Yes, salted cod should always be cooked after soaking to ensure it is safe and pleasant to eat.

Soaking in milk is optional and can add a richer flavor, but water is standard for desalting.

No, cooking it without soaking will make it far too salty to eat.

If it smells sour, ammonia-like, or overly fishy, or shows signs of mold, it should be discarded.

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