Stoccafisso alla Chelbi

I sampled this dish at Da Genio restaurant in Genoa, whose owner, Giovanni Rifaldi, was kind enough to give me the recipe. The key to this dish’s successful preparation is the proper selection and handling of the vegetables. They should be at the peak of freshness and ripeness, and should be cut according to the directions given. There will be several bowls, pots, and pans to wash after, but the effort is worth it.