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Västmanland cuisine

Västmanlands Älggryta (Moose Stew)

A hearty stew featuring tender moose meat, root vegetables, juniper berries, and a creamy sauce, often served with mashed potatoes. 1)

Gäddfärsbiffar (Pike Fish Patties)

Patties made with minced pike from local lakes, seasoned with dill and served with a buttery lemon sauce. 2)

Rågbröd med Äppelsylt (Rye Bread with Apple Jam)

Dark, dense rye bread paired with sweet and tangy apple jam, showcasing the region’s apple orchards. 3)

Kolbulle med Fläsk (Coal Pancake with Pork)

A traditional dish of thick pancakes fried in pork fat, often enjoyed in outdoor settings, served with lingonberry jam. 4)

Brännvinsostpaj (Aquavit Cheese Pie)

A savory pie made with local cheese flavored with aquavit, giving it a distinct spiced character. 5)

Lingonparfait (Lingonberry Parfait)

A frozen dessert blending tart lingonberries with creamy custard, topped with crushed gingerbread cookies for texture. 6)

Sothönsbröst (Coot Breast)

A curious game dish featuring coot (a waterfowl), marinated in herbs and served roasted with a juniper berry sauce. 7)

Äppelkaka från Västmanland (Västmanland Apple Cake)

A rustic apple cake using locally grown apples, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, served with vanilla custard. 8)

Surströmmingsmacka (Fermented Herring Sandwich)

Thin bread layered with butter, fermented herring, onions, and dill, a bold and iconic taste of Swedish coastal tradition. 9)

Grillad Hjort (Grilled Venison)

Venison steaks marinated in red wine and juniper, grilled to perfection and paired with a wild mushroom sauce. 10)

Smörgåstårta med Skaldjur (Seafood Sandwich Cake)

A lavish “cake” made with layers of bread, shrimp, smoked salmon, mayonnaise, and eggs, garnished with dill and lemon slices. 11)

Björnbärskräm (Blackberry Cream)

A dessert made from fresh blackberries, sugar, and cream, served as a refreshing end to a meal. 12)

Potatiskorv (Potato Sausage)

A regional specialty of sausage made with a mixture of ground meat, potatoes, and spices, often served with lingonberry jam. 13)

Röding med Västerbottenost (Arctic Char with Västerbotten Cheese)

Arctic char fillet baked with a crispy Västerbotten cheese crust, served with a light dill sauce. 14)

Västmanlands Höstsoppa (Autumn Soup)

A warming soup featuring pumpkin, wild mushrooms, potatoes, and cream, seasoned with nutmeg and a touch of white pepper. 15)

vaestmanland_cuisine.txt · Last modified: 2025/01/23 01:38 by aga