Pudin de Bacalao is a beloved Caribbean comfort food that transforms humble ingredients into a rich, savory delight. This dish features tender, desalted codfish folded into a creamy mashed potato mixture, enriched with butter, cream, and eggs. The addition of sweet peas and nutmeg provides a subtle sweetness and aromatic warmth that balances the salty fish. Baked until golden and puffed, it offers a comforting texture that is both creamy and slightly crisp on top. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a light main course, this recipe brings nostalgic, home-style flavors to your table. It is an excellent choice for family dinners or holiday gatherings where traditional, soul-warming cuisine is appreciated.
Pudin De Bacalao (Catfish Pudding
Description
Pudin de Bacalao is a beloved Caribbean comfort food that transforms humble ingredients into a rich, savory delight. This dish features tender, desalted codfish folded into a creamy mashed potato mixture, enriched with butter, cream, and eggs. The addition of sweet peas and nutmeg provides a subtle sweetness and aromatic warmth that balances the salty fish. Baked until golden and puffed, it offers a comforting texture that is both creamy and slightly crisp on top. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a light main course, this recipe brings nostalgic, home-style flavors to your table. It is an excellent choice for family dinners or holiday gatherings where traditional, soul-warming cuisine is appreciated.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177&# 194;°C).
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Place the cut potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with salted water.
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Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
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Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pan over low heat for a minute to evaporate any excess moisture.
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Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or fork until you achieve a smooth puree.
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Stir in the desalted, flaked codfish, softened butter, heavy cream, and beaten eggs, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
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Fold in the drained sweet peas, ground nutmeg, cracker meal, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
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Lightly oil an 8x8-inch baking dish and transfer the potato mixture into it, smoothing the top.
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Bake on the middle rack until the pudding is golden brown and puffed, approximately 40 to 45 minutes.
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Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve directly from the dish.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 77.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 6.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 17.0g6%
- Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
- Sugars 0.8g
- Protein 2.0g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
