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Brandade de Morue Keto

Provence's great salt cod preparation — traditional brandade emulsifies flaked rehydrated salt cod with olive oil and garlic into a silky, ivory purée.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 340kcal

Ingredients

  • 600 g salt cod soaked and desalted (or fresh cod, lightly salted)
  • 1 small cauliflower florets only
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 150 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 150 ml heavy cream warmed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Sprig of thyme
  • White pepper
  • olive oil Topping
  • Gruyère or Parmesan Topping
  • black olives To serve
  • capers To serve
  • fresh parsley To serve

Instructions

  • Poach desalted cod in milk (or water) with bay leaf and thyme 15 minutes. Drain and flake, removing all skin and bones.
  • Boil cauliflower until very tender. Drain and mash well.
  • In a food processor, blend cod, garlic, and a pinch of white pepper.
  • With machine running, alternate adding warm olive oil and warm cream in a thin stream, creating an emulsion.
  • Fold in mashed cauliflower. Adjust seasoning — remember cod is naturally salty.
  • Spread in a gratin dish. Drizzle with olive oil, scatter with cheese.
  • Broil 8–10 minutes until golden. Serve with olives, capers, and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 340kcal | Protein: 28g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 2g
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