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Mecklenburg-Vorpommern cuisine

Mecklenburger Rippenbraten

This dish features stuffed pork ribs filled with a mixture of apples, prunes, and onions. The slow-roasting process results in a rich, savory-sweet flavor that is quintessential in the region. 1)

Pommersche Gänsekeule

Pomeranian goose leg is a specialty in this region, often served during festive occasions. It's slow-roasted until crispy and tender and typically paired with red cabbage and potato dumplings. 2)

Mecklenburger Grützwurst

This is a type of blood sausage made with barley, pork, and spices, traditionally served with mashed potatoes and sauerkraut. 3)

Platen und Plüsch

A rustic dish featuring boiled beef served with mashed potatoes and a thick gravy. The name refers to the simplicity of the meal, but it's a hearty and satisfying dish. 4)

Rote Grütze

A red berry pudding made with a mixture of currants, raspberries, and cherries, thickened with a bit of starch and served with cream or vanilla sauce. It's a popular dessert in northern Germany. 5)

Hühnerfrikassee

A chicken fricassee featuring tender chicken in a creamy white sauce with mushrooms, peas, and carrots. It’s often served with rice or potatoes. 6)

Mecklenburger Fischtopf

A hearty fish stew made with locally caught fish from the Baltic Sea. It's often flavored with dill, potatoes, and vegetables, making it a comforting coastal dish. 7)

Pommersche Kartoffelsuppe

This Pomeranian potato soup is thick and creamy, often made with bacon, leeks, and onions, and sometimes enriched with sausage or smoked meat. 8)

Knieperkohl

A fermented vegetable dish, similar to sauerkraut but made with a mix of kale, white cabbage, and sometimes turnip tops. It's traditionally served with sausages or pork. 9)

Backfisch

A simple and popular dish of fried fish, often served at local fairs. It’s typically made with cod or herring and served with fries or a bread roll. 10)

Dorschfilet

Cod fillet from the Baltic Sea, often pan-fried or baked with herbs and served with potatoes and a mustard-dill sauce. 11)

Tüffel un Plum

A classic side dish made from potatoes and plums, combining sweet and savory flavors. It's traditionally served alongside meats like pork or beef. 12)

Sanddornmarmelade

A unique jam made from sea buckthorn berries, which are common along the Baltic coast. This bright orange jam has a tangy, citrus-like flavor and is often enjoyed with bread or pastries. 13)

Fliederbeersuppe

A black elderberry soup, traditionally served warm with small dumplings or noodles. It has a rich, fruity flavor and is often enjoyed in the colder months. 14)

Schmorwurst

A type of braised sausage, typically made from pork and flavored with marjoram and other spices. It’s often served with potatoes and mustard. 15)