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Icelandic Specialty

Cultural Context

Hákarl, or fermented shark, is a traditional Icelandic dish that dates back to the Viking Age. It reflects the resourcefulness of Icelanders, who utilized every part of the shark for sustenance. The dish is often served during celebrations and is a rite of passage for many locals and visitors alike. Today, it is enjoyed by adventurous eaters and is a symbol of Icelandic cuisine, often accompanied by shots of Brennivín, a local schnapps.

IcelandicISmain
180 min
hard
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb cod
2 tablespoons salt
2 cups potatoes
4 oz lamp fat
4 slices rye bread
4 tablespoons butter

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

greenland shark

💰Cheaper: cod

Cod is more widely available and less pungent.

rye bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread offers more fiber and nutrients.

1

Salt the cod fillet generously on the flesh side and let it sit in the fridge overnight.

2

Remove the bones from the cod fillet after salting.

3

Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender.

4

Melt the lamp fat until hot.

5

Place the boiled potatoes on a plate and pour the melted lamp fat over them.

6

Place the salted cod on top of the potatoes.

7

Serve with pieces of rye bread.

Cooking Techniques

fermentingdrying

Equipment Needed

containerknifecutting boardhanging rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishgluten

Also Known As

HákarlFermented Shark

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