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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Shanna Newton
[email protected]This dish is a bit pricey, but it's worth the splurge.
Dm Hridoy
[email protected]I would recommend this dish to anyone who loves seafood.
Olivia Morales
[email protected]This dish is a great way to experience Icelandic cuisine.
Sinazan Rai
[email protected]I'm not sure I would make this dish again, but I'm glad I tried it.
Basel Gideon
[email protected]This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.
Rehab Khan
[email protected]The fish was a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious.
Robert Craig
[email protected]I found this dish to be a bit bland. I added some extra salt and pepper to taste.
Thendo Chelsea
[email protected]This is a great dish to serve with rice or potatoes.
2d the dancer
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this dish.
Ahmed Shaair
[email protected]The addition of peas and carrots gives this dish a nice pop of color and flavor.
Zia Kamran
[email protected]I love the creamy sauce in this dish. It's so rich and flavorful.
Preem Budha
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover fish.
Sunita Timalsina
[email protected]Plokkfiskur was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about it.
Amos Neupane
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it always comes out perfect. My family loves it!
Jade Gray
[email protected]This Icelandic classic is a must-try for seafood lovers. The combination of flavors and textures is simply divine.