Iceland Food Tour: What to Eat and Drink in Reykjavík

white fish

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: pollock

Pollock is often less expensive and still provides a mild flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while margarine can be more budget-friendly.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is a lower-calorie option with a cheesy flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk can be more affordable.

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain potatoes and let cool slightly before peeling and mashing them.

Melt butter in a pot over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add flour to the onions and stir for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.

Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thickened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add the cooked fish and mashed potatoes to the sauce, stirring to combine.

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle cheese on top.

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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