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Akutaq (Alaskan ice cream)

Traditional dessert of the Inuit and Yupik peoples of Alaska, made from whipped animal fat with berries and fish. Its texture is airy and fluffy, and it is often eaten during celebrations.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

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Instructions

  1. Let the fat soften at room temperature for 1 hour so it becomes creamy.
  2. Finely flake the smoked fish, removing the bones and skin.
  3. In a large bowl, whip the fat with the sugar and vanilla by hand or with an electric mixer for 5 to 8 minutes, until pale and fluffy.
  4. Gradually add the lukewarm water while continuing to whip, to obtain a light cream.
  5. Gently fold in the fish, blueberries and other berries, then the salt.
  6. Divide into bowls and serve right away, well chilled.

Variations and tips

Using what you can find here. Replace the animal fat with 200 g of softened butter and add 100 g of thick crème fraîche to keep it smooth.

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