Roast bacalhau 烧马介休
Roast bacalhau is featured among the local specialties of Macau.
Salted cod is roasted and served with potatoes. Check whether the portion is suitable for sharing.
How it is made
Salted cod is soaked to reduce its saltiness, then roasted with ingredients such as potatoes, garlic and olive oil. The cut and preparation determine whether it arrives as a whole piece or separated flakes.
Flavour & texture
The cod is firm and flaky, with concentrated savory flavor rather than the delicate taste of fresh unsalted fish. Potatoes absorb the cooking juices.
Local roots & traditions
Bacalhau is central to Portuguese cooking and is widely encountered on Macau's Portuguese restaurant menus.
How to order Roast bacalhau
Ask about remaining bones and whether the portion is intended for sharing.
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Chicken is grilled or roasted and served with a richly spiced sauce. Macanese versions often draw on ingredients such as coconut, peanuts and chili, but the mixture is specific to the restaurant. The flavor is aromatic, savory and rich, with heat and sweetness varying rather than following one fixed curry profile. The chicken's browned surface adds roast depth.
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Squid bodies are filled with a savory stuffing and cooked in a tomato-based sauce. The stuffing can combine meat, seafood, vegetables or bread according to the restaurant. The squid is tender with a slight chew, while the filling is denser and the tomato sauce adds acidity against its richness.
Questions before you order
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Show 烧马介休 for Roast bacalhau. Ask about remaining bones and whether the portion is intended for sharing.
Sources & reading
Recipes and servings vary between kitchens.