Lutfisk

Experience the unique flavors of traditional Scandinavian cuisine with Lutfisk, a delicately reconstituted cod served with a rich white sauce. Perfect for festive gatherings or a cozy winter dinner.

• 500 grams dried cod
• 100 grams lye (sodium hydroxide)
• 1 liter water
• 50 grams butter
• 1 cup white sauce
• to taste g salt
• to taste g pepper

Method

1. 1

   Soak the dried cod in cold water for 2-3 days, changing the water daily to rehydrate the fish.

2. 2

   Prepare the lye solution by carefully mixing the lye with 1 liter of water in a well-ventilated area. Be cautious and wear gloves.

3. 3

   Once the cod is soaked and rehydrated, place it in the lye solution for about 8 hours.

4. 4

   After lye treatment, rinse the cod thoroughly under cold running water to remove any lye residue.

5. 5

   Boil the rinsed cod in salted water for about 20-30 minutes until it becomes tender and flaky.

6. 6

   Serve the lutfisk drizzled with melted butter and accompanied by white sauce, salt, and pepper to taste.