PLOKKFISKUR FROM ICELAND
My DH was excited when I found this recipe in *Cool Cuisine* (Traditional Icelandic Cuisine) by Nanna Rognvaldardottir. The English translation of *Plokkfiskur* is *Mashed Fish* but I found that title more than a little off-putting for something that is so favored here & opted to use the Icelandic word. Per the intro, "In early times when Icelandic housewives served poached haddock (or other white fish) w/boiled potatoes several times a wk, there were usually leftovers & they were typically incorporated into this simple & very popular dish. Today people buy fresh fish just to make this dish & it is even sought after & found in upscale restaurants." (Times have been estimated, but this recipe begins w/the fish & potatoes already cooked so that time is not reflected) *Enjoy* ! - *Edited to Add* on 10/3: When visiting w/an Icelandic friend tonite Re this recipe, she said this dish is also popular in a gratin form that adds cheese (usually Gouda) to the mix, tops it w/extra cheese & then finishes it in the oven to heat thru & melt the cheese. *Yum* !
Provided by twissis
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Skin, bone & break up the fish into flakes.
- Roughly chop potatoes & finely chop onion.
- Slowly heat milk in a saucepan almost to a boiling point.
- In a med to lrg sized non-stick saucepan (while the milk is heating), melt butter & saute onion over med-heat till soft. Do not allow it to brown.
- Sprinkle flour over onion, stir well & cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add warmed milk, stirring continuously. Simmer for 3-4 min, stirring often.
- Add flaked fish & stir briskly to break up the fish flakes completely. Season liberally w/salt & pepper.
- Add potatoes & stir gently. Cook over low-heat till heated through.
- Spoon into 4 bowls & sprinkle ea serving with 1/2 tbsp chives. Serve hot w/dark rye bread & butter.
- UPDATE: I have made this recipe now & it actually comes together faster than the time stated, esp w/the fish & potatoes cooked well-ahead & just heated in the cream sauce. Pls take *SEASON LIBERALLY* to heart. I used McCormick Lemon Pepper & Seasoning Salt liberally in the prep, we added more at the table & it was perfect w/this!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.6, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 144.9, Sodium 251.8, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 2.3, Protein 40.6
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Daniel Okoro
[email protected]This is a classic Icelandic dish that is a must-try for anyone visiting the country. The fish is cooked perfectly and the vegetables are very flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves seafood.
dunya
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this dish. The fish was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to enjoy fish.
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[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat fish. My kids loved the mild flavor of the fish and potatoes, and they especially liked the hard-boiled eggs. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Owen Angon
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting ways to cook fish, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The fish was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were very flavorful. I would definitely make this dish again.
Antora Bosu
[email protected]This is a classic Icelandic dish that is a must-try for anyone visiting the country. The fish is cooked perfectly and the vegetables are very flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves seafood.
Offical More Names Tz
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it is a one-pot dish, which makes it very easy to clean up.
Malika Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish. I had some leftover salmon and I used it to make plokkfiskur. It turned out great! The salmon was still flaky and moist, and the vegetables added a lot of flavor.
Lex TheCloud
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this dish. The fish was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to enjoy fish.
judy essam
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The kids loved the mild flavor of the fish and potatoes, and the adults enjoyed the more complex flavors of the vegetables and herbs. I will definitely be making this again.
Sushant Malla
[email protected]I tried this recipe for plokkfiskur and it turned out great! The fish was flaky and tender, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I especially liked the addition of the hard-boiled eggs, which added a nice touch of richness and flavor.
Rovin corea
[email protected]Plokkfiskur is a traditional Icelandic dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The combination of fish, potatoes, and vegetables creates a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cold winter day.