Lutefisk: Norwegian Traditional Christmas Food : How To Make Lutefisk

dried cod

🥗Healthier: fresh cod

💰Cheaper: pollock

Fresh cod offers a milder flavor and is often more readily available.

lye

🥗Healthier: brine solution

💰Cheaper: saltwater

Brine is safer and easier to use while still preserving the fish.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat content while adding flavor.

Cut the lutefisk into pieces that are jelly-like.

Sprinkle salt over the lutefisk and let it sit for a few minutes.

Place the lutefisk skin-side down on parchment paper.

Cook the lutefisk in the oven at 200°F for 32 to 45 minutes.

Boil the peas in water and then squash them.

Cook the potatoes until tender, checking them frequently to avoid overcooking.

Fry the bacon until crispy.

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