Bacalao Guisado (Codfish Stew)

• 3 pounds dried codfish
• 1 gallon water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 large tomatoes, chopped
• 2 culantro* leaves, chopped
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 2 red bell peppers, chopped
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon capers
• 2 potatoes, peeled, diced and boiled until tender
• 4 sprigs cilantro, leaves chopped, for garnish
• Serving suggestion: white rice or cooked plantains

1. *Culantro can be found in specialty Latin markets.
2. Recao or cilantro may also be used, but if these ingredients are substituted, double the amount called for.
3. In a large pot, add the codfish and cover with 1 gallon of water.
4. Bring it to a boil and cook for 10 minutes to remove the salt.
5. Drain the cod and break it into small flakes with a spoon.
6. Set aside.
7. In a large frying pan heat the olive oil over medium heat.
8. Add the green peppers, onion, tomatoes, and culantro and cook for 2 minutes.
9. Add the codfish, bay leaves, red bell peppers, tomato paste, and capers.
10. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
11. Add the boiled potatoes and cook until heated through, about 2 more minutes.
12. Garnish with cilantro.
13. Serve with rice or cooked plantains, if desired.

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Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bacalao-guisado-codfish-stew-recipe.html (may not work)