Torsk (Scandinavian Cod)

Torsk (Scandinavian Cod)

Torsk is a Scandinavian dish of poached and broiled cod with butter. This recipe uses frozen fish; defrosting is not necessary. Be sure to use butter, as there is too much water in margarine.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 6 cups water, or more as needed
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 6 (6 ounce) fillets cod
  • 1 ½ cups butter, melted
  • 1 dash paprika

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the broiler. Lightly grease a cookie sheet.

Step 2
Mix together water, sugar, and salt in a large saucepan. Add fillets to water mixture; add more water to fully submerge fillets if needed. Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 3
Remove fillets from water and blot dry on paper towels. Brush with 6 tablespoons melted butter; sprinkle with paprika.

Step 4
Broil in the preheated broiler until fillets are golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes per inch of thickness. Serve with remaining melted butter.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

670
Calories
47g
Fat
33g
Carbs
30g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 670
% Daily Value *
Total Fat47g 60%
Saturated Fat29g 147%
Cholesterol183mg 61%
Sodium2764mg 120%
Total Carbohydrate33g 12%
Total Sugars33g
Protein30g
Vitamin C4mg 18%
Calcium34mg 3%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium579mg 12%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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