4 Fishy Dishes to Try in Norway

Delia Tugui | April 15, 2016

2. Tørrfisk

This tasty specialty’s main ingredient is usually cod, but you can find it every now and then cooked with pollock or haddock — and all those three variations are delicious!

Tørrfisk (also known as stockfish) is a cold air-dried, unsalted, remarkable fish dish that originates from the northern part of Norway — Lofoten and Vesterålen islands, to be more specific. It’s a yummy, traditional delicacy, dating from the 12^th century. An oldie, but a goldie!

If you’re wondering what exactly the cold air-drying method consists of, well, that was my question as well. So I quickly found out that it’s not just any preservation technique, but one of the oldest in the world. Wow!

And, besides that, the tørrfisk also undergoes a fermentation process which is very much like the cheese maturation process. Why’s that?, You may ask. Well, the bacteria able to survive in such cold temperatures have the role of maturing the fish slowly and providing a unique, rich, flavorful taste.

Juan Murillo

Yes, tørrfisk, you’re a one of a kind fishy dish, and I can’t wait to meet you again!

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