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It has a very strong ammonia-like odor, but the taste is actually quite friendly to the palate; it is sweet, nutty, savory, and only a bit fishy. Due to the high ammonia content, first-time kæstur hákarl eaters usually will gag involuntarily, so it is sometimes advised to pinch your nose while trying it [Though usually that's just for the weak. ;) ].
Usually after taking a bite of hákarl, people chase it with a shot of Brennivín, a type of Icelandic schnapps. This immediately cuts the ammonia flavor, and actually complements the subtle tones of the shark.
Kæstur hákarl is a very strong-tasting dish, and I would not personally recommend it for beginners in exotic foods. But if you really want a true taste of Iceland, this is definitely on the list of traditional Icelandic foods.
Good luck!
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Have you ever tried the traditional Icelandic dish hakarl, which is made from fermented shark?
No, I have not tried the traditional Icelandic dish hakarl, which is made from fermented shark.
What is Icelandic hakarl?
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On what North Atlantic island do the locals eat hakarl which is shark meat that has been fermenting underground for four months?
Iceland
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Hakarl is a traditional Icelandic dish made from fermented shark meat. The meat is buried underground for several months to ferment, then hung to dry for several more months before being cut into small pieces and served. The fermentation process gives the meat a strong ammonia smell and flavor.
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