Lakerda

Salt-cured bonito

Lakerda is a preserved fish product made by curing thick slices of bonito or torik in salt. After desalting, it is served as a meze with olive oil and onion. It is a classic part of Istanbul’s fish culture.

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“Slice the lakerda thinly and serve it as a meze with olive oil and onion.”

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