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hakarl (hákarl)
What is it? 
An Icelandic fermented shark made from Greenland shark that’s cured, dried, and cut into small cubes. Known for its strong ammonia smell and chewy texture, hákarl is traditionally eaten in tiny bites—often chased with a sip of brennivín.
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Fermented Fish
Langague
Icelandic
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