Dried cod (lutefisk) is rehydrated in salt water and topped with melted butter in this Scandinavian dish with a Jell-O®-like texture.
Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
380 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
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).
Step 2
Carefully remove lutefisk from water using a scoop strainer or skimmer spoon. Cover with melted butter and serve immediately.