Esqueixada
🇪🇸 A dish from Spain
Esqueixada is a traditional Catalan dish, a salad of shredded salt cod, tomatoes, onions, olive oil and vinegar, salt, and sometimes a garnish of olives or hard-boiled eggs. Specific recipes vary, with some including ingredients such as eggplant and bell peppers.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | shredded salt-cured cod, tomatoes, onions, olive oil, vinegar, olives |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | raw assembled salad, no cooking of fish (cured) |
| 👅Flavour & style | tangy, savory, fresh, briny |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | summer starter or light lunch |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Esqueixada come from?
Esqueixada is a dish that originated in Spain.
What is Esqueixada?
Esqueixada is a traditional Catalan dish, a salad of shredded salt cod, tomatoes, onions, olive oil and vinegar, salt, and sometimes a garnish of olives or hard-boiled eggs. Specific recipes vary, with some including ingredients such as eggplant and bell peppers.