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Skreimølje

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Norway, Skreimølje is a traditional winter dish celebrating the seasonal catch of skrei, a migratory cod. This dish is often enjoyed during festive occasions, highlighting the importance of fish in Norwegian cuisine. Today, it remains a beloved comfort food, showcasing simple, fresh ingredients that reflect the sea's bounty.

NorwegianNOmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb skrei (cod)
2 cups potatoes
1 cup carrots
1 medium onion
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon vinegar
4 cups water
1/2 cup hollandaise sauce
4 oz cod roe

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

skrei (cod)

🥗Healthier: haddock

💰Cheaper: pollock

Haddock is a leaner alternative, while pollock is more budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats, and margarine is often less expensive.

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with vinegar

Vegetable broth adds flavor without alcohol, while vinegar-water is a low-cost substitute.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while adding creaminess, and milk is more economical.

1

Prepare the cod by cleaning it and removing the liver.

2

Steam the cod along with the cod roe to prevent it from bursting.

3

Cook the cod liver with onion, bay leaf, pepper, vinegar, and water.

4

Serve the cod with boiled potatoes and carrots alongside the cod roe and liver.

5

Top with hollandaise sauce.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingpoaching

Equipment Needed

large potsaucepanstrainercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishdairy

Also Known As

Skrei Mølje

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