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The sardines are often seasoned with rock salt and grilled to perfection, resulting in a crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat. They are a quintessential part of Portuguese seafood culture and represent the country’s coastal bounty.
Delving into Bacalhau: Deep Fried Cod Fritters
Next, we try a delicious side dish: Bacalhau (codfish) fritters. While many believe that cod should have secured a spot on the official list, these fritters are a love letter to its culinary significance in Portuguese culture. Each bite showcases the preserved salty cod, adding a hearty richness, and when paired with a dash of spicy chili sauce, they reach new heights of flavor.