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Kalmar Cuisine

Ölands Lufsa (Öland Potato Casserole)

A hearty casserole made with grated potatoes, pork, and onions, baked to golden perfection, a traditional dish from the Kalmar-Öland region. 1)

Kalmar Strömming (Fried Baltic Herring)

Fresh Baltic herring, breaded and fried, served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries, and pickled cucumbers. 2)

Ölandskalkon (Öland Turkey)

Slow-roasted turkey from Öland, seasoned with herbs and served with a creamy mushroom sauce and roasted root vegetables. 3)

Rökt Sik (Smoked Whitefish)

Whitefish from the Kalmar coast, cold-smoked and served with horseradish cream and a salad of fresh dill and cucumbers. 4)

Kroppkakor från Öland (Öland Potato Dumplings)

Large potato dumplings filled with smoked pork, boiled, and served with melted butter, lingonberries, and cream. 5)

Gåsamiddag (Goose Dinner)

A festive meal featuring roasted goose, red cabbage, potatoes, and a rich gravy, traditionally served during autumn. 6)

Ölands Sparris (Öland Asparagus)

Locally grown green asparagus, often grilled and topped with hollandaise sauce or served with poached eggs. 7)

Havtornskräm (Sea Buckthorn Cream)

A tart and sweet dessert made from sea buckthorn berries, sugar, and cream, highlighting Öland’s unique coastal produce. 8)

Kalmar Laxpudding (Salmon Pudding)

A layered casserole of salmon, potatoes, onions, and dill, baked in cream and eggs for a luxurious and satisfying dish. 9)

Piggvar på Ölandsvis (Turbot Öland Style)

Fresh turbot fish, poached and served with a dill and butter sauce, accompanied by boiled new potatoes. 10)

Saffranspannkaka (Saffron Pancake)

A dessert from Öland made with rice, cream, almonds, and saffron, baked until golden and served with whipped cream and blackberry jam. 11)

Rådjursstek (Venison Roast)

Venison from Kalmar’s forests, marinated with juniper berries and red wine, then slow-roasted and served with lingonberry sauce. 12)

Äggost (Egg Cheese)

A creamy and mild dessert made by curdling milk with eggs, served with sweet syrup or berries—a traditional Kalmar treat. 13)

Fiskgratin från Kalmar (Kalmar Fish Gratin)

A creamy baked fish dish made with cod or haddock, topped with breadcrumbs and served with a white wine sauce. 14)

Öland Böndoppa (Bean Soup)

A thick soup made with locally grown beans, root vegetables, and smoked pork, served with crusty bread. 15)