Salt Cod (Noun)
Meaning
Codfish preserved in salt; must be desalted and flaked by soaking in water and pounding; used in e.g. codfish cakes.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- Salt cod is a staple in many traditional Caribbean dishes, such as fritters and cakes.
- After rehydrating the salt cod, the fish can be used in a variety of recipes.
- Salt cod has been a key ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine for centuries.
- In Newfoundland, salt cod was traditionally served on Sunday mornings with scrunchions.
- Jamaican cooks often combine salt cod with ackee, the country's national fruit, to make a flavorful breakfast dish.