Fish and Brewis
Discover the hearty, traditional flavors of Newfoundland with Fish and Brewis, a time-honored comfort food that brings simplicity and bold taste to your table. This beloved dish combines tender, flaked salted cod and softened hard bread (hardtack) for a satisfying, rustic base, elevated by the rich, savory crunch of crispy pork fat (scrunchions) and golden sautéed onions. Infused with buttery goodness and a hint of ground black pepper, Fish and Brewis delivers a perfectly balanced blend of salty, savory, and comforting textures. Ideal for family gatherings or a taste of maritime tradition, this recipe is a celebration of minimal ingredients transformed into a soul-warming classic. Serve it warm and let its history-rich flavors transport you to Newfoundland's rugged shores!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Salted cod fish
- 4 pieces Hard bread (hardtack)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 150 grams Salted pork fat (scrunchions)
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 liters Water
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Start by soaking the salted cod fish in cold water for 12-24 hours to remove excess salt, changing the water 2-3 times during this period.
2. Just before cooking, soak the hard bread (hardtack) in a large pot or bowl of cold water for about 12 hours or overnight to soften.
3. Once the fish is ready, drain the soaking water and place the fish in a large pot. Add fresh water (enough to fully cover the fish) and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the fish is tender. Remove from the water, flake into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.
4. Drain the softened hard bread and break it into smaller pieces. Transfer the bread to a clean pot. Cover with fresh water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 5-8 minutes to fully soften the bread, then drain off any excess water.
5. In a skillet, heat the salted pork fat (scrunchions) over medium heat until it renders its fat and becomes crispy. Remove the scrunchions from the pan and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
6. Dice the onion and sauté it in the rendered pork fat until softened and lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
7. Melt the butter into the skillet with the onions and pork fat. Stir in the flaked fish and softened bread. Season with ground black pepper, stirring thoroughly to combine all the components.
8. Transfer the Fish and Brewis to a large serving dish. Top with crispy scrunchions for a deliciously salty finishing touch. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.1 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.8 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 236 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 8797 mg | 382% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.2 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 72.7 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 101 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
