Explore our collection of dried/salted cod (Gadus morhua), cured in salt using the traditional method and perfect for desalting at home.
We select pieces from Iceland with firm, white meat: loins, snouts, belly and cheeks ideal for pil-pil, Vizcaina style, croquettes or fritters.
Buy salted cod online with 24-48 hour cold delivery from Barcelona (Mercat del Ninot) and enjoy gourmet quality for your recipes.
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Professional quality dried cod
Our dried cod comes from Iceland (FAO 27) and is caught by hook and line to preserve the integrity of the flesh. Within a few hours, it is flash-frozen on board, preventing losses due to ice and minimizing anisakis before salting.
At the plant, the fish is cleaned and gutted, then soaked in brine for 48 hours for even salting, followed by curing in dry salt until the desired bouquet is achieved. It has uniform salinity, a clean aroma, and a smooth, flaky texture that doesn't break; ideal for desalting at home and enjoying baked, in pil-pil sauce, fried, or stewed.
Why buy dried cod?
Dried (salted) cod is the traditional way to enjoy Gadus morhua with the maximum concentration of flavor. When you buy salted cod, you're choosing a product cured in salt that preserves its firm texture, the succulence of its collagen, and a long shelf life—perfect for pil-pil sauce, Basque-style cod, croquettes, or fritters.
Dried cod vs. desalted cod
Dried/salted cod : requires desalting before cooking. Greater control of the salt level and excellent preservation.
Desalted cod : already soaked and ready to use. Saves time, ideal if you're going to cook it within 24-48 hours.
Cuts you'll find
We work with Gadus morhua from Iceland, selected for thickness and gelatin content:
- Loin : high cut for oven, pil-pil and confit.
- Morro and belly : juicy for vizcaína, sanfaina or bacalhau with cream.
- Tacos and migas : perfect for stews, rice dishes, croquettes and fritters.
- Cheeks : high collagen content for thickening sauces.
Tips for choosing the right dried cod
Species : prioritize Gadus morhua for its white skin, gelatin, and fine flavor.
Origin : Iceland is known for its cold waters and regulated fishing.
Thickness : the higher the loin, the juicier it is.
Curing : uniform salt, without dark spots or excessive odor.
Use : Choose loin for main dishes and tacos/crumbs for stews and fried dishes.
Quality, price and reputation
We work with premium Icelandic raw materials, offering competitive quality and value, and providing expert advice on cuts and recipes. Batch-to-batch consistency and audited processes ensure reliable results.
Recommended parts and uses
Top loin: grill/oven; belly: confit and sauces; tail: pil-pil and stews; cleaned tail: breaded and fried; cheeks: casserole and emulsions; shredded: brandade, fritters and croquettes.
Provenance and sustainable fishing
North Atlantic Gadus morhua (FAO 27). Longline/hook, avoiding small sizes and spawning seasons. Cold, deep waters that favor firm muscle and a uniform white color.
History and value of salting
Salting concentrates flavor and transforms texture. We alternate brine (48 h) with dry salt and control dehydration for precise curing: no stringy fibers, a clean bouquet, and a smooth skin that withstands browning and thickened sauces.
How to desalinate dried cod at home
Rinse, submerge skin-side up in very cold water in the refrigerator, and change the water every 8 hours. Approximately: 24–36 hours (thin pieces), 36–48 hours (thick pieces). Keeping it cold helps the salt spread evenly. After desalting, cook or store for 24–48 hours; for extra tenderness, a final 15-minute soak in very cold water.
Preservation and cold chain
Store at 0-4°C and cook after desalting. For longer periods, freeze in its vacuum-sealed packaging for up to 3 months; defrost in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours. Shipping in 24-48 hours. with thermal packaging and accumulators.
Informed purchase: prescription packs
Customized packs (pil-pil, oven-baked, fritters/brandade) with portion sizes per person to minimize waste. We'll guide you via WhatsApp to choose the cut, weight, and technique.
Frequently Asked Questions
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¿Qué diferencia hay entre bacalao seco y bacalao desalado?
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¿Cuánto tiempo debo desalar bacalao seco según el grosor?
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¿Cómo evitar que quede salado por dentro y soso por fuera?
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¿Qué cortes de bacalao seco elegir para cada receta?
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¿Qué ración por persona recomiendan y cómo cocinar sin que se seque?
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¿Cómo conservar el bacalao seco y cuánto dura tras desalar?
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¿El bacalao seco islandés tiene menos riesgo de anisakis?
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¿Cómo mejorar el rendimiento y el sabor en cocina?