Cullen Skink – Finnan Haddock and Potato Soup
๐ Cook Time: 40 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 15 minutes
๐ Total Time: 55 minutes
Description:
Cullen skink, a classic Scottish dish originating from the coastal town of Cullen, boasts a rich heritage and robust flavor profile. Traditionally crafted with Finnan haddock, this soup exudes warmth and comfort, making it an ideal choice for lunch or snacks. While the recipe traditionally calls for haddock on the bone, boneless smoked haddock or other smoked white fish varieties can serve as worthy substitutes. However, it’s essential to steer clear of chemically smoked fish with unnatural hues.
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Potato, Grains, Vegetable, Scottish, European, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Free Of…, Potluck, St. Patrick’s Day, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 179.7
- Fat Content: 0.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 55.9mg
- Sodium Content: 77mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 21.7g
- Fiber Content: 2.8g
- Sugar Content: 1.7g
- Protein Content: 20.8g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 potatoes
- 1 onion
- 40ml water
- 1 Finnan haddock (or boneless smoked haddock)
- Milk (to desired consistency)
Instructions:
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Put the potatoes and onion in a large pot with the water and cook until the potatoes are almost soft. |
| 2 | Place the Finnan haddock on top of the potatoes and onions and cook, covered, for a further 5 minutes until the fish is just cooked. |
| 3 | Remove the fish, skin, bone and flake the flesh. |
| 4 | Partially mash the potatoes and onions in the cooking liquor (some prefer a “lumpy” soup, while others like a smoother base). |
| 5 | Return the flaked fish to the pot, mix thoroughly and add enough milk to create the desired consistency, either a thickish stew-soup or a thinner soup. |
| 6 | Season the Cullen Skink to taste and serve with hearty bread. |
This beloved recipe captures the essence of Scottish cuisine with its hearty ingredients and soul-warming flavors. Whether enjoyed on a brisk day or as part of a festive gathering, Cullen Skink promises to delight the senses and nourish the soul.
