Standard Work Instruction
Holiday Hákarl 001
Developed 12/12/2014 Author sexymathnerd Target Time 12 weeks Updated 12/14/2014
Effective 12/23/2014 Supersedes NA
Tools and Materials Required
Quantity Description Step
1 Greenland Shark
1 wheelbarrow full of large stones

Key Reminders
Preparation for Holiday Hákarl needs to start early as is can take several weeks for the meat to properly ferment


Steps
1. Dig a shallow pit near the ocean in sand with a high gravel content
1.1 Create a small mound for supporting the shark
1.2 Ensure the pit has adaquate drainange
2. Prepare the shark
2.1 Decapitate the shark
3. Ferment shark
3.1 Place shark in pit
3.2 Cover with sand and stones to press fluids from shark
3.3 Allow 8-12 weeks for shark to cure in pit
4. Dry shark
4.1 Remove shark from pit
4.2 Cut shark into strips
4.3 Hang strips until dry
5. Collect shark from smokehouse
5.1 Remove brown crust from strips
5.2 Cut into bite-sized pieces
6. Enjoy Hákarl with all your friends!
Visual Support
Shark    1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 3.1
Drying Shark    4.2, 4.3, 5.1
Serving Shark    5.2