LUTEFISK

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This is a Scandinavian dish. Lutefisk is cod that was was traditionally dried for storage through the winter. Then when it was time to use it, it was soaked in a mixture of lye and water which rehydrated and softened it. The texture is like Jell-O® and will fall apart easily so it needs to be handled carefully. It is an odd food for sure, fish-flavored Jell-O®, so don't be too critical. Some people love it, others will hate it. This is just the best way I have found to prepare it.

Provided by S H Muck

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound dried lutefisk
1 quart water
1 ½ tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Bring water and salt to a rolling boil. Add lutefisk and return to a boil. Remove from the heat, cover, and let sit for 8 minutes. Check with an instant-read thermometer to make sure the internal temperature has reached 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
  • Carefully remove lutefisk from water using a scoop strainer or skimmer spoon. Cover with melted butter and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.1 calories, Cholesterol 187.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Protein 71.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 10639.8 mg

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