The can must be kept in the fridge, however, as when it gets warm the enzymes start to break down the fish and turn it into a grey disgusting-looking mush. In fact, the biggest surströmming-related danger comes not from eating it but from the pressurised cans.15 jul 2019
Why is surströmming so bad?
The surströmming has a very noxious, foul and putrid smell. It is the brine where it is fermented. The trick is to open the tin under water (such as in a water-filled bucket), so that the noxious gasses will dilute with water.
Does anyone actually eat surströmming?
625 Swedes actually eat surströmming every year, with a good bit more of it sold in northern Sweden than in southern Sweden. About one million cans of it are sold in Sweden every year, amounting to 2.8 million meals, eaten by just under 20% of the Swedish population.
How are you supposed to eat surströmming?
How to eat surströmming like a local: As the tin is pressurised, open the surströmming in a basin of water. Wash it, gut it, and wrap it in buttered tunnbröd, a type of sweetened flat bread, with slices of almond potatoes and diced onion. Accompany with beer, snaps and lots of friends.6 may 2021
Is surströmming banned on airplanes?
A tin of surströmming undoubtedly makes for a novel souvenir, but before you start filling your suitcases with the stuff be warned; several airlines, including BA, have banned it on the grounds that the pressurised tins could explode on board.6 jul 2018
Is it safe to eat surströmming?
It really leaves a strong odour around the house for days. ... As Surströmming has a really potent smell and also taste I would never ever have it “plain”. Only the combination of Swedish thin bread, potatoes, tomatoes, onions, sour cream and of course Surströmming makes it edible.1 jul 2015
Can surströmming make you sick?
Notably, although surströmming isn't dangerous, it can make you sick, simply from the smell. If you don't know how to eat surströmming safely, and you haven't been exposed to the odor before, be cautious.