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Gravet Hval

Cultural Context

Gravet Hval, or cured whale, is a traditional dish from Norway, where whaling has historical significance. This dish highlights the use of simple ingredients to preserve and enhance the flavor of whale meat, a practice rooted in the culture of coastal communities. Today, while the consumption of whale meat is controversial, it remains part of Norway's culinary heritage, often served at special occasions and gatherings.

NorwegianNOmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb whale meat
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons dill
1 tablespoon coriander
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 cup mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons capers
1 medium onions
4 slices bread
2 tablespoons butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

whale meat

🥗Healthier: salmon

💰Cheaper: mackerel

Salmon offers a similar texture and flavor profile.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: black pepper

White pepper can be used for a milder flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative.

butter

🥗Healthier: margarine

💰Cheaper: butter

Margarine can be a lower-cost substitute.

1

Combine sugar, salt, black pepper, dill, and coriander in a bowl to create the curing mixture.

2

Rub the curing mixture all over the whale meat, ensuring even coverage.

3

Place the seasoned whale meat in a shallow dish and cover tightly with plastic wrap.

4

Refrigerate for 48 hours, turning the meat every 12 hours to ensure even curing.

5

After 48 hours, remove the meat from the refrigerator and rinse off the curing mixture under cold water.

6

Pat the meat dry with paper towels and slice thinly against the grain.

7

Serve the cured whale meat with mustard, capers, and thinly sliced onions.

8

Accompany with buttered bread and a sprinkle of lemon zest for added flavor.

Cooking Techniques

curingslicing

Equipment Needed

bowlplastic wrapshallow dishknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishmilk

Also Known As

Cured WhaleGravlaks Hval

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