Mixed Agutuk
Mixed Agutuk, also known as Akutaq, is a traditional Alaskan Native dessert often referred to as 'Eskimo ice cream.' It is a whipped, sweetened mixture typically made from animal fat (like seal oil or reindeer fat) combined with berries such as salmonberries, blueberries, or cloudberries, and sometimes sweetened with sugar or honey.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in fat and calories, providing a dense source of energy, with a moderate amount of protein from the animal fat base. It is also a good source of antioxidants and vitamins from the mixed berries.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 650 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 50 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 35 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Vitamin K | 15 mcg |
| Manganese | 1.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Agutuk is a significant traditional food in Yup'ik and other Alaskan Native cultures, often prepared for celebrations and to provide essential calories during harsh winters. Its unique whipped texture and combination of savory animal fat with sweet berries make it a nutritionally dense survival food.
