Greenland has ancient traditions of preserving fish without aid other than icy cold arctic wind. The semi-dried stage, where juiciness is still present, can be found as air-dried strips of Greenland halibut, called Ræklings. They are best dried over the winter when the temperature is below zero. For 15 years, Ilulissat Seafood has worked on a process that can produce this Greenlandic delicacy without being dependent on the vagaries of nature. This patented process makes it possible to adjust the moisture and the taste for the first time.

Taste the food

Experience the rækling and the great taste in our various recipes on snacks and delicious dishes

“It’s simple:
Ice cold water, fresh air, and many years of experience. That’s what makes the taste so unique.”

Jesper Løvskov

Our factories are the secret behind a perfect product.

Ilulissat Seafood launched mobile factories in 2013 in response to rising temperatures in Greenland, which affect traditional fish drying. The patented production ensures consistently high quality in the drying process, helping to adapt to climate change and maintain the high quality of the products.

Meet the founder

Jesper Løvskov has lived in Greenland for over 20 years and founded Ilussat Seafood in 2014, producing 5 tons of Ræklings annually. Married to Marie, a native Greenlandic woman, he is deeply connected to the community, contributing to the local economy and culture.

Experience
10 delicious snacks and dishes made
by Chef Mikkel Karstad.

Rækling Sprinkled with Blueberry Salt
Crispy Baked Rækling with Horseradish Mayo and Lemon
Toasted Bread with Egg Cream, Crispy Rækling, and Watercress
Rækling with Kale Pesto, Buckwheat, and Chili
Egg Cake with Potato, Fried Palm Kale, and Crispy Rækling
Ribollita (Italian Vegetable Soup) with Beans, Vegetables, and Rækling
Pasta with Ricotta, Broccoli, Basil, Almonds, Mild Chili, and Rækling
Boiled Leeks with Capers, Dill, Shallots, and Rækling
Tomato Salad with Berries, Red Onion, Rækling, and Mint
Fried Kale with Rækling, Apple, Shallots, and Buckwheat
Mashed Potatoes with Crispy Rækling,Parsley Oil, and Lemon Zest
Baked Onions with Rækling, Kimchi, Soy Sauce, and Thyme
Baked Potato with Crispy Rækling, Pickled Red Onion,Sour Cream, and Parsley
Baked Marinated Mushrooms and Rækling with Lemon, Chili, and Sesame oil