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Rakfisk with Flatbread and Sour Cream

Rakfisk is a traditional Norwegian dish of fermented fish, typically trout or char. This recipe pairs the distinct flavor of rakfisk with classic accompaniments like flatbread, sour cream, and red onion for a balanced and savory appetizer.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time
20 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
Easy

Allergen information: may contain gluten and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Rakfisk with Flatbread and Sour Cream

Mise en place

Ingredients

  • 200 grakfisk, filleted
  • 4 pcsflatbread
  • 100 gsour cream
  • 0.5 pcsred onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbspchives, fresh, finely chopped
  • 2 pcspotato, boiled and sliced(optional)

Equipment

cutting board · knife · serving platter

The method

Step by step

  1. 1

    Carefully remove the rakfisk fillets from their packaging and pat them dry with a paper towel.

    About 2 min

    Cook’s note: Handling rakfisk gently helps preserve its delicate texture.

  2. 2

    Arrange the rakfisk fillets attractively on a serving platter.

    About 1 min

  3. 3

    Prepare the accompaniments by thinly slicing the red onion and finely chopping the fresh chives.

    About 5 min

    Cook’s note: Slice the red onion as thinly as possible for the best texture.

  4. 4

    If using, boil and slice the potatoes, allowing them to cool slightly.

    About 10 min

  5. 5

    Serve the rakfisk with the flatbread, sour cream, sliced red onion, and chopped chives on the side.

    About 2 min

    Cook’s note: Encourage guests to assemble their own bites to their preference.

Keep it good

Storage

Store any leftover rakfisk separately from accompaniments in an airtight container in the refrigerator.