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Vestland cuisine

Bergensk Fiskesuppe (Bergen Fish Soup)

A creamy, lightly sweet soup made with white fish, carrots, leeks, and cream, traditionally flavored with vinegar and served with fresh herbs. 1)

Persetorsk (Pressed Cod)

A Bergen specialty—cod fillets are lightly salted, pressed for a few hours, then poached, creating a firmer texture and delicate taste. Served with mustard sauce and boiled potatoes. 2)

Komle (Vestland Potato Dumplings)

A beloved dish of grated potato dumplings, often stuffed with bacon, boiled in salted water, and served with melted butter, mashed rutabaga, and sausages. 3)

Håbrannbiff (Porbeagle Shark Steak)

A rare coastal delicacy—marinated and pan-fried shark steaks, often served with a rich butter sauce and roasted root vegetables. 4)

Smalahove (Salted and Smoked Sheep’s Head)

A bold, traditional dish from Voss, where the head of a sheep is salted, dried, and smoked, then boiled and served with mashed rutabaga and potatoes. 5)

Vestlandsk Klippfiskgrateng (Salt Cod Gratin)

A comforting baked dish made with salted and dried cod, potatoes, onions, and a creamy béchamel sauce, often topped with breadcrumbs and cheese. 6)

Røykt Laks Med Eggerøre (Smoked Salmon with Scrambled Eggs)

A simple yet delicious dish of oak-smoked salmon, served with buttery scrambled eggs and dark rye bread. 7)

Sognefjord Rekeanretning (Sognefjord Shrimp Platter)

Fresh fjord shrimp, boiled and served cold with lemon mayo, aioli, and rye crispbread, best enjoyed with a cold beer. 8)

Vossakorv (Voss Sausage)

A smoked sausage made from lamb and pork, seasoned with black pepper, nutmeg, and ginger, typically boiled and served with mashed rutabaga. 9)

Raspeballer Med Kålrabistappe (Potato Dumplings with Rutabaga Mash)

A classic West Norwegian dish, these hearty dumplings are served with rutabaga mash, bacon, and sausage, making it a favorite winter meal. 10)

Stekt Lysing (Pan-Seared Hake)

A regional seafood specialty—fresh hake fillets pan-seared with garlic butter and served with steamed vegetables and potato puree. 11)

Syltet Sild (Pickled Herring)

A common Norwegian delicacy, herring is pickled in a brine of vinegar, sugar, onions, and spices, often enjoyed with boiled potatoes and rye bread. 12)

Vestlandsk Lammelår (Vestland Lamb Leg)

A slow-roasted leg of lamb, often cooked with garlic, juniper berries, and rosemary, served with a rich gravy and caramelized root vegetables. 13)

Tyttebærgrøt (Lingonberry Porridge)

A traditional, slightly tart porridge made with lingonberries, sugar, and semolina flour, typically served with fresh cream. 14)

Skillingsboller (Bergen Cinnamon Buns)

Vestland’s most famous pastry—soft, buttery cinnamon buns sprinkled with sugar, perfect for pairing with coffee. 15)