Salt Cod Salad

The soaking process (which de-salts the fish) should begin at least 24 hours before the preparation of the dish starts, and the water should be changed three or four times. Try and place the pieces of cod in the water with the skin facing upwards, as you will find that the salt is expelled more rapidly this way. In Italy it is possible to buy salt cod that has already been softened and de-salted by soaking, though in other countries, with the exception of Spain and France, I have been able

The soaking process (which de-salts the fish) should begin at least 24 hours before the preparation of the dish starts, and the water should be changed three or four times. Try and place the pieces of cod in the water with the skin facing upwards, as you will find that the salt is expelled more rapidly this way. In Italy it is possible to buy salt cod that has already been softened and de-salted by soaking, though in other countries, with the exception of Spain and France, I have been able