HÁKARL—The Smelliest Delicacy Ever
Dare to try Hákarl? Iceland’s fermented shark delicacy 🦈
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Do you love trying local delicacies when traveling? If so, you shouldn’t miss Hákarl, Iceland’s infamous fermented shark dish. 🦈
This traditional “treat” is made from Greenland shark, which is toxic when fresh, so they bury the shark meat in gravel for several months, letting it ferment, then hang it to dry. The result is a strong-smelling, ammonia-rich dish that’s definitely not for the faint of heart!
Even Anthony Bourdain called it the “single worst, most disgusting and terrible tasting thing” he’d ever eaten. I agree with him—that one piece I tried was just foul! 🤢
If you’re interested in more things Icelandic, read this post in my Journey Jots publication about my recent trip to Iceland:
In the Land of Fire and Ice: Þingvellir National Park
Find out more on Hákarl here:
“that one piece I tried was just foul! 🤢” Gabi, I literally laughed out loud when I read this! I have a general rule when it comes to trying new cuisines- always trust my nose!