How to Desalt, Cook and Shred Salt Cod

Step 1

Trim the excess skin and fins from upper portion of Authentic Salt Cod.

Step 2

Remove tail fin of the Authentic Salt Cod.

Step 3

Cut Authentic Salt Cod crosswise into 3-inch portions.

Step 4

Rinse both the Authentic Salt Cod or Salted Pollock Fillets under cold running water.

Step 5

Place in bowl and soak in cold water for 8 hour in the refrigerator with two to three changes of fresh water for the Authentic Salt Cod.  For the Salted Pollock Fillets, place in bowl and soak for 4 hours in the refrigerator with two changes of fresh water.

Step 6

For the Authentic Salt Cod, remove the skin and bones.

Step 7

Pour 6 cups of water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.  Add the Authentic Salt Cod or Salted Pollock Fillets and boil for 15 mintues.

Step 8

Taste the cooked Authentic Salt Cod or Salted Pollock Fillets for salt content.  If still too salty, repeat the boiling process with fresh water until salt content is reduced to your liking.

Step 9

Shred the cooked Authentic Salt Cod or Salted Pollock Fillets with your hands.