Recipe For Salted Fish

Salted fish is a traditional dish enjoyed in many cultures around the world. The process of salting fish helps to preserve it and enhances its flavor. This recipe for salted fish is simple yet delicious, perfect for adding a savory touch to your meals.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs fresh fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or mackerel)
• 1 cup coarse sea salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp black peppercorns
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary

Instructions: How to Cook Salted Fish

1. Prepare the fish fillets by rinsing them under cold water and patting them dry with paper towels.
2. In a bowl, mix together the sea salt, sugar, bay leaves, peppercorns, thyme, and rosemary.
3. Place a layer of the salt mixture in the bottom of a shallow dish.
4. Place the fish fillets on top of the salt mixture, then cover them with the remaining salt mixture, ensuring they are completely covered.
5. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 12-24 hours, depending on the thickness of the fillets.
6. After the fish has been salted, remove it from the dish and rinse off the salt mixture under cold water.
7. Pat the fish dry with paper towels and let it air dry for about an hour.
8. At this point, the salted fish can be cooked by grilling, baking, or pan-frying according to your preference.
9. Enjoy your homemade salted fish with a squeeze of lemon juice and fresh herbs!