LifestylePortugalWhat makes Bacalhau, or salted cod, so popular in Portugal?04:27This browser does not support the video element.LifestylePortugalJörg Hinners in Olhao, Portugal09/23/2025September 23, 2025Bacalhau, or dry, salted cod, is one of Portugal's prized national dishes. With over 1,000 recipes, DW takes a closer look at this fish and finds out why it's so popular. Copy linkAdvertisement