Bacalhau à Brás (vegetarische Variante)
Description
Bacalhau à Brás (vegetarische Variante) - Authentic recipe from Portugal. Ready in 55 min. Vegetarian. Try it now!
Directions
✓ researched- 1
Cut 500 g potatoes into very fine strips (batatas palha). Fry in plenty of olive oil until golden and crispy. Drain. Finely dice 150 g onions and sauté in olive oil until translucent.
⏱️ approx. 25 min💡 Tip: Vegetarian Bacalhau à Brás without fish — the essence of the dish remains: crispy batatas palha + creamy eggs + onions + olives. The dish is now better called 'Ovos à Brás' (eggs Brás-style).
- 2
Add the fried potatoes to the onions. Beat 200 g eggs (approx. 4–5) and pour over the potato-onion mixture. Stir over low heat until softly set and creamy.
⏱️ approx. 8 min💡 Tip: The eggs should stay creamy — low heat and constant stirring are key. Do not let them become dry scrambled eggs. This is the heart of all 'à Brás' dishes.
- 3
Add 100 g black olives and fold in gently. Garnish generously with 200 g fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
⏱️ approx. 5 min💡 Tip: Black olives and parsley are the classic garnishes. Serve immediately — the potato strips soften as they sit. The amount of parsley can be adjusted to taste.
📜 Origin & History
Bacalhau à Brás is one of Portugal's most famous salt cod dishes and was created in Lisbon in the 19th century. The vegetarian variant adapts the original by omitting the salt cod, while potato straw, eggs, onions, and olives maintain the characteristic texture and taste. This adaptation makes it possible to experience Portuguese cooking tradition without fish.
🌿 Regional variants
With spinach
Add fresh spinach — more vegetables, greener.
With mushrooms
Sautéed mushrooms as a meat/fish alternative — rich in umami.
🍷 What goes with it?
Served immediately. With black olives and plenty of parsley. With a glass of Vinho Verde. A vegetarian take on the Portuguese classic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this still Bacalhau à Brás?
Strictly speaking, no — without bacalhau (salt cod) it is a different dish, technically closer to 'Ovos com Batatas Palha' (eggs with straw potatoes). The technique and presentation are identical; only the fish is missing.
How many eggs for 500 g of potatoes?
About 4–5 eggs — depending on the desired creaminess. The ingredient list states '200 grams of eggs', which corresponds to approximately 4 eggs. More eggs will make it creamier and richer.
Can mushrooms be added?
Yes, sautéed button mushrooms or oyster mushrooms add an interesting texture and umami. Seitan or smoked tofu can also give a 'fish-like' note — especially with nori flakes.
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Ingredients
verified- Potato500 g
- Onion150 g
- Eggs200 g
- Black olives100 g
- Parsley200 g
