Aqutuq (stuffed Walrus Flippers)

Aqutuq, also known as Eskimo ice cream, is a traditional Yup'ik dish made with a unique ingredient - stuffed walrus flippers. This recipe is a delicacy that is rich in cultural significance and flavor.

Aqutuq (stuffed Walrus Flippers)

Ingredients

  • 4 walrus flippers
  • 1 cup rendered walrus fat
  • 1 cup wild berries (such as blueberries or cranberries)
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the rendered walrus fat in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Carefully stuff the wild berries into the slits of the walrus flippers.
  3. Place the stuffed walrus flippers into the pot and cook for 1 hour, turning occasionally.
  4. In a separate saucepan, combine the sugar and water to make a syrup.
  5. Pour the syrup over the stuffed walrus flippers and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes.
  6. Remove the stuffed walrus flippers from the pot and let them cool before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
15g

Supplies

Large pot Saucepan

Tools

Knife Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the aqutuq with a side of akutaq (Eskimo ice cream) made with whipped animal fat and berries.

Tips & tricks

Be careful when handling the walrus flippers, as they can be tough to work with. It's important to respect the cultural significance of this dish while preparing and enjoying it.

Cost

Cost: High