Icelandic Plokkari with Salted Cod
Traditional dish celebrating Nordic flavors
Delight in this hearty Icelandic plokkari, a comforting blend of salted cod, potatoes, and vibrant herbs for a captivating Northern dish.
- 1 h 45 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Cod
For the Plokkari Base
For the Flavor Profiles
For the Finish
Preparation
Marinating the Cod
Rinse and Dry Cod
Rinse the soaked cod under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Ensure excess salt is removed from the cod to prevent overpowering flavor.
Cut Cod
Cut cod into evenly sized pieces.
Marinate Cod
Place cod and bay leaf in a bowl and set aside.
Preparing the Plokkari Base
Boil Potatoes
Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, then drain.
Chilling the plokkari base slightly helps firm it for mixing later.
Sauté Aromatics
Sauté onions and garlic in butter over medium heat until soft.
Mash and Combine
Mash the potatoes with cream and mix in the sautéed onion mixture.
Cooking Process
Poach Cod
Gently poach the cod and bay leaf in simmering water until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
Combine Cod and Potatoes
Flake cooked cod into the mashed potato mixture, folding gently.
Finalize Mixture
Stir in black pepper, nutmeg, dill, and parsley into the mixture.
Plating & Serving
Icelandic Plokkari with Salted Cod
Icelandic Plokkari with Salted Cod
Serve
Spoon the plokkari into a shallow bowl, garnish with herbs, and serve with lemon wedges for added zest.