lutefisk

American

[loo-tuh-fisk] / ˈlu təˌfɪsk /

noun

Scandinavian Cooking.

dried cod tenderized by soaking in lye, which is rinsed out before cooking.

Etymology

Origin of lutefisk

< Norwegian lutefisk or Swedish lutfisk, equivalent to lut lye + fisk fish

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lutefisk

Something you’ll see somewhat less in the U.S. is curing with lye, the method behind lutefisk and century eggs.

From Salon ● Dec. 6, 2023

I have a joke about lutefisk, but it’s in bad taste.

From Washington Post ● Aug. 24, 2020

And the obit notes that lutefisk lovers still have other options nearby, with Scandinavian dinners in other area towns listed as “survivors.”

From Washington Times ● Dec. 2, 2018

SAT Norwegian dinner served family style, lutefisk, meatballs, potatoes, lefse, ice cream, noon-6 p.m.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 1, 2016

A classic Mexican momism might bear no more resemblance to a Scandinavian one than huevos rancheros do to lutefisk.

From Slate ● Jan. 22, 2013

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