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      Cod fritters, another Easter classic. Cod fritters are a classic of Iberian cuisine, especially popular at Easter. With Andalusian roots and Arab frying techniques, they evolved as a way to take advantage of salted cod, consolidating into 19th century Portuguese recipes (bolinhos de bacalhau) and Spanish tradition.

      Here are the key details of its history:

      Legendary Origin: One version tells that they were born in the 13th century, during the siege of Seville by Ferdinand III. Faced with shortages, the inhabitants used cod and flour from the port to create this dish.

      Arab and Medieval Influence: It is believed that the technique of mixing dough with fish and frying it derives from the Moorish period (8th-15th centuries) in the Iberian Peninsula.

      Written Recipe: The oldest documented reference comes from Portugal in the book “Arte do Cozinheiro e do Copeiro” of 1839, written by Carlos Bandeira de Melo.

      Vigil Dish: Traditionally, they are eaten during Holy Week as a tasty way of consuming fish on days when the Catholic Church prohibited eating meat.

      Regional Evolution: Although the base is desalted cod and dough, in Portugal they usually have potato, while in many areas of Spain they are prepared with flour, egg and parsley, being a lighter dough.

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