Succulent Estonian Silgusoust
A Traditional Fish and Potato Delight
Silgusoust is a beloved Estonian dish combining smoked fish and potatoes, creating a comforting and flavorful stew that's perfect for chilly evenings.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Fish Base
For the Potatoes
For the Broth
For the Final Touch
Preparation
Marinating the Fish
Rinse the smoked fish fillets
Rinse the smoked fish fillets and pat dry.
Slice the fillets
Slice them into bite-sized pieces.
Mix with dill
Mix with dill and set aside in the refrigerator.
Preparing the Potatoes
Peel and cube the potatoes
Peel and cube the potatoes uniformly for even cooking.
Leave the peel on the potatoes for added texture and nutrition if desired.
Boil potatoes
Boil in salted water with a bay leaf until tender. Drain and set aside.
Do not overboil the potatoes to prevent them from becoming mushy.
Season potatoes
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cooking Process
Base Sautéing
Sauté onions and garlic in butter in a large pot until translucent.
Incorporating Fish
Add the marinated fish and sauté briefly.
Combining Potatoes
Gently fold in the cooked potatoes, then pour in the fish stock and let simmer.
Plating & Serving
Succulent Estonian Silgusoust
Succulent Estonian Silgusoust
Plating & Serving
Serve hot in deep bowls, garnished with fresh dill and a wedge of lemon on the side.