Scandinavian Food: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
How to Prepare Gravlax
Cold-cured with sugar, salt, and fresh dill, gravlax has a fresh, delicate flavor and is delicious served either as an elegant appetizer or as an unbeatable topping for [i]smørrebrød[/i], Denmark's open-faced sandwiches.
Cold-cured with sugar, salt, and fresh dill, gravlax has a fresh, delicate flavor and is delicious served either as an elegant appetizer or as an unbeatable topping for [i]smørrebrød[/i], Denmark's open-faced sandwiches.
Norwegian Ring Cake
Kransekake, or "Ring Cake," is the signature cake of Norway, earning pride of place on wedding, birthday, graduation, and holiday banquet tables. Traditionally made from almonds, confectioner's sugar, and egg whites, it is a splendid flourless, gluten-free alternative to standard celebratory cakes.
Kransekake, or "Ring Cake," is the signature cake of Norway, earning pride of place on wedding, birthday, graduation, and holiday banquet tables. Traditionally made from almonds, confectioner's sugar, and egg whites, it is a splendid flourless, gluten-free alternative to standard celebratory cakes.
Favorite Fika Foods
Start a new tradition by adopting the daily Swedish ritual of inviting a friend or colleague to fika, "to have coffee." Even if you can't leave your office for as long as the Swedes might, it's rewarding to bake fika treats over the weekend to take in to work with you and share around during work breaks!
Start a new tradition by adopting the daily Swedish ritual of inviting a friend or colleague to fika, "to have coffee." Even if you can't leave your office for as long as the Swedes might, it's rewarding to bake fika treats over the weekend to take in to work with you and share around during work breaks!
Swedish Strawberry Cake
Jordgubbstårta – Swedish Strawberry Cake - showcases the first strawberries of northern summers.
Jordgubbstårta – Swedish Strawberry Cake - showcases the first strawberries of northern summers.
Chocolate Sticky Cake
An easy recipe for Swedish Kladdkaka, Chocolate Sticky Cake - a chocolate lover's dream come true. Richly gooey and quick to prepare whenever a chocolate craving strikes.
An easy recipe for Swedish Kladdkaka, Chocolate Sticky Cake - a chocolate lover's dream come true. Richly gooey and quick to prepare whenever a chocolate craving strikes.
Marinated Cucumber Salad
Sliced paper-thin and marinated in a sweetened mixture of vinegar and lemon juice, these cucumbers serve as a light, fresh complement to any meal.
Sliced paper-thin and marinated in a sweetened mixture of vinegar and lemon juice, these cucumbers serve as a light, fresh complement to any meal.
Scandinavian Food - Recipes
An index of Recipes for the Scandinavian Food guide site.
An index of Recipes for the Scandinavian Food guide site.
Norwegian wedding cake
Norwegian wedding cake
Norwegian wedding cake
Danish Pancake Balls
A recipe for Aebleskiver, Danish Pancake Balls - a favorite pastry in both Denmark and in Danish-American communities.
A recipe for Aebleskiver, Danish Pancake Balls - a favorite pastry in both Denmark and in Danish-American communities.
Swedish Apple Cake (Appelkaka)
Whether served alone as a midday coffee cake or with vanilla sauce (“vaniljsås”) as a winning dessert, Swedish Apple Cake (“Appelkaka”) is a treat no matter what the occasion.
Whether served alone as a midday coffee cake or with vanilla sauce (“vaniljsås”) as a winning dessert, Swedish Apple Cake (“Appelkaka”) is a treat no matter what the occasion.
Scandinavian Coffee Table
A happy medium between elaborate [i]smörgåsbord[/i] entertaining and the daily Swedish ritual of [i]fika[/i], Scandinavian Coffee Tables set the stage for truly memorable celebrations of special events.
A happy medium between elaborate [i]smörgåsbord[/i] entertaining and the daily Swedish ritual of [i]fika[/i], Scandinavian Coffee Tables set the stage for truly memorable celebrations of special events.
Pickled Beets
No Scandinavian company dinner would be complete without a side dish of ruby-red pickled beets.
No Scandinavian company dinner would be complete without a side dish of ruby-red pickled beets.
Cinnamon Rolls (Kanelbullar)
Scandinavian cinnamon rolls are light, delicately spiced sweet breads that marry perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea.
Scandinavian cinnamon rolls are light, delicately spiced sweet breads that marry perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea.
Kransekake
Illustrated step-by-step instructions for making kransekake cake
Illustrated step-by-step instructions for making kransekake cake
Almond Valkyries
These almond-flavored choux pastry swans, valkyries at rest, float elegantly on a pool of dessert sauce.
These almond-flavored choux pastry swans, valkyries at rest, float elegantly on a pool of dessert sauce.
Sweet Dill Mustard Sauce
Few things go as beautifully with freshly cured gravlax as this sweet dill mustard sauce. Try it as a condiment with roasted lamb or sliced meats as well.
Few things go as beautifully with freshly cured gravlax as this sweet dill mustard sauce. Try it as a condiment with roasted lamb or sliced meats as well.
Foil-roasted Trout
A Recipe for Glödstekt Forell i Folie, Scandinavian Foil-roasted Trout
A Recipe for Glödstekt Forell i Folie, Scandinavian Foil-roasted Trout
How to Make Krumkake
How to Make Krumkake - Illustrated Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Norwegian Krumkake Cookies
How to Make Krumkake - Illustrated Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Norwegian Krumkake Cookies
Norwegian School Bread
Skolebrød, Norwegian School Bread - A School Bread Recipe from Norway
Skolebrød, Norwegian School Bread - A School Bread Recipe from Norway
Specialty Baking Tools
Although most of the everyday dishes of the Scandinavian countries can be prepared using cooking equipment common to western kitchens, the glories of Scandinavian cuisine, its incomparable and beautiful cookies, pastries, and cakes, are best made using specialty baking tools. A few are expensive; most are not and are readily available from gourmet or Scandinavian cooking suppliers or on eBay.
Although most of the everyday dishes of the Scandinavian countries can be prepared using cooking equipment common to western kitchens, the glories of Scandinavian cuisine, its incomparable and beautiful cookies, pastries, and cakes, are best made using specialty baking tools. A few are expensive; most are not and are readily available from gourmet or Scandinavian cooking suppliers or on eBay.
Sandbakkels with Strawberries
Serve Sandbakkels with Strawberry-Cream as a quick and delightful alternative to strawberry shortcake.
Serve Sandbakkels with Strawberry-Cream as a quick and delightful alternative to strawberry shortcake.
Swedish Limpa Bread
Also known as "Vörtlimpa," (“Wort loaf”), Swedish limpa bread was originally made from fermented brewer’s wort but can also be spiced with unique combinations of orange rind, fennel, caraway, and anise seeds.
Also known as "Vörtlimpa," (“Wort loaf”), Swedish limpa bread was originally made from fermented brewer’s wort but can also be spiced with unique combinations of orange rind, fennel, caraway, and anise seeds.
Basic Krumkake Recipe
Norwegian Krumkake Cookies - A Recipe for Krumkake Cookies from Norway
Norwegian Krumkake Cookies - A Recipe for Krumkake Cookies from Norway
Chicken Fricassee & Dumplings
Chicken Fricassee with Mushrooms and Dill Dumplings is a one-skillet stew that truly earns the title of "comfort food."
Chicken Fricassee with Mushrooms and Dill Dumplings is a one-skillet stew that truly earns the title of "comfort food."
How to Infuse "Mock" Aquavit
While Scandinavia's famed distilled spirit, Aquavit, can sometimes be found in specialty liquor stores, one can blend lovely "mock" versions to one's own taste. Here's how.
While Scandinavia's famed distilled spirit, Aquavit, can sometimes be found in specialty liquor stores, one can blend lovely "mock" versions to one's own taste. Here's how.
Lingonberry Sorbet
Lingonberry sorbet, tart and sweet at the same time, is a fitting conclusion to a Scandinavian-style summer supper.
Lingonberry sorbet, tart and sweet at the same time, is a fitting conclusion to a Scandinavian-style summer supper.
Blanching Almonds
How to blanche almonds for Kransekake
How to blanche almonds for Kransekake
Finnish Lamb Stew with Dill
A favorite in Finland, this delicious lamb stew gets its unique flavor from an abundant addition of dried dill.
A favorite in Finland, this delicious lamb stew gets its unique flavor from an abundant addition of dried dill.
Kransekake basket
A Kransekake basket centerpiece
A Kransekake basket centerpiece
Kransekake with flags
Kransekake with flags
Kransekake with flags
Constructing a kransekake cake
Constructing a kransekake cake
Constructing a kransekake cake
Basic Cardamom Dough
Basic Scandinavian Cardamom Dough - A basic Scandinavian cardamom dough recipe that forms the base for numerous yeasted sweet breads, coffee cakes, buns, and rolls.
Basic Scandinavian Cardamom Dough - A basic Scandinavian cardamom dough recipe that forms the base for numerous yeasted sweet breads, coffee cakes, buns, and rolls.
Grinding almonds
Grinding almonds to make almond paste for kransekake
Grinding almonds to make almond paste for kransekake
Kransekake surprise
Building a kransekake cake - the hidden surprise
Building a kransekake cake - the hidden surprise
Newly blanched almonds
How to blanche almonds for kransekake
How to blanche almonds for kransekake
Salt Codfish Balls
Torskebuller, salt codfish balls, are an excellent way to use one of Norway's most common exports.
Torskebuller, salt codfish balls, are an excellent way to use one of Norway's most common exports.
The tower rises
The kransekake tower rises
The kransekake tower rises
Drying blanched almonds
Drying blanched almonds for kransekake
Drying blanched almonds for kransekake
Filling kransekake forms
Filling kransekake forms
Filling kransekake forms
Kneading kransekake paste
Kneading kransekake paste over heat
Kneading kransekake paste over heat
Mixing almond flours
Mixing almond flours and sugar for kransekake paste
Mixing almond flours and sugar for kransekake paste
Rolling out kransekake dough
Rolling out kransekake dough
Rolling out kransekake dough
Almond Kransekake Paste
Almond Kransekake Paste
Almond Kransekake Paste
Free-form kransekake rings
Free-form kransekake rings
Free-form kransekake rings
Hasselback Potatoes
Named after the Stockholm restaurant that first introduced them in the 1700s, Hasselback potatoes, adopted as “accordion potatoes” by other European cuisines provide an elegant alternative to baked potatoes.
Named after the Stockholm restaurant that first introduced them in the 1700s, Hasselback potatoes, adopted as “accordion potatoes” by other European cuisines provide an elegant alternative to baked potatoes.
Dried Pea Soup
Dried Pea Soup ("Ärtsoppa," in Swedish) is a healthy, low-calorie soup traditionally made from dried yellow peas and flavored with smoked pork and select herbs.
Dried Pea Soup ("Ärtsoppa," in Swedish) is a healthy, low-calorie soup traditionally made from dried yellow peas and flavored with smoked pork and select herbs.
Sweet Yeasted Bread
Sweet yeasted breads in Scandinavia are formed into a variety of beautiful shapes depending upon the occasion. Spiced with cardamom, they are far less sugary than most processed coffee breads.
Sweet yeasted breads in Scandinavia are formed into a variety of beautiful shapes depending upon the occasion. Spiced with cardamom, they are far less sugary than most processed coffee breads.
Sandbakkelser Recipe
An easy recipe for buttery yet pliable cookie dough to be used in making Sandbakkelser.
An easy recipe for buttery yet pliable cookie dough to be used in making Sandbakkelser.
Almond Rusks
Flavored with almonds, these rusks are one of the many delicious Scandinavian varieties of the twice-baked sweet breads that have become standard snacks in European and American cafes.
Flavored with almonds, these rusks are one of the many delicious Scandinavian varieties of the twice-baked sweet breads that have become standard snacks in European and American cafes.
Freshly baked kransekake rings
Freshly baked kransekake rings
Freshly baked kransekake rings
Swedish Hambugers
The combination of pickled beets and capers make these hamburgers, a favorite in Sweden, truly unique.
The combination of pickled beets and capers make these hamburgers, a favorite in Sweden, truly unique.
Finnish Oven Pancake
A quick and simple recipe for Pannukakku, the premier oven baked pancake of Finland. Serve with whipped cream and fresh fruit either as a main course pancake or a light dessert.
A quick and simple recipe for Pannukakku, the premier oven baked pancake of Finland. Serve with whipped cream and fresh fruit either as a main course pancake or a light dessert.
Finnish Spring Mead (Sima)
Finnish Spring Mead, Sima, is a lightly fermented lemonade typically enjoyed during May Day celebrations.
Finnish Spring Mead, Sima, is a lightly fermented lemonade typically enjoyed during May Day celebrations.
Swedish Creamed Potatoes
An easy-to-prepare potato side dish common in Swedish households.
An easy-to-prepare potato side dish common in Swedish households.
Cocoa Balls
Filled with oats and rolled in coconut or pearl sugar, these no-bake cookies are a breeze to make. Enlist a child’s help, say you’re making “mud balls,” substitute orange juice for the coffee … and make a special memory.
Filled with oats and rolled in coconut or pearl sugar, these no-bake cookies are a breeze to make. Enlist a child’s help, say you’re making “mud balls,” substitute orange juice for the coffee … and make a special memory.
Egg Coffee
Egg coffee, long a tradition among Scandinavian-American Lutheran congregations of the Midwest, is a light, clear brew that's free of the bitterness and acidity of coffee prepared by more modern methods.
Egg coffee, long a tradition among Scandinavian-American Lutheran congregations of the Midwest, is a light, clear brew that's free of the bitterness and acidity of coffee prepared by more modern methods.
Harvesting & Preparing Nettles
One shopping-bag full of nettles leaves, about 10-12 cups.
One shopping-bag full of nettles leaves, about 10-12 cups.
Havarti Cheese Cookies
Denmark's famed Havarti cheese and caraway seeds combine to flavor these tempting appetizers.
Denmark's famed Havarti cheese and caraway seeds combine to flavor these tempting appetizers.
Danish Sugar-Browned Potatoes
Serve Danish Sugar-Browned Potatoes as a quick and easy side dish for roast beef, lamb, chicken, or pork.
Serve Danish Sugar-Browned Potatoes as a quick and easy side dish for roast beef, lamb, chicken, or pork.
Lutefisk
Lutefisk, long a holiday food tradition among Scandinavian-Americans, is dried stockfish (normally cod or ling, but haddock and pollock can also be used) that has been brined in lye, soaked to remove the resulting causticity, and then steamed until it flakes (although it still looks and feels gelatinous). It is typically served with a warm cream or butter sauce and copious amounts of beer or aquavit.
Lutefisk, long a holiday food tradition among Scandinavian-Americans, is dried stockfish (normally cod or ling, but haddock and pollock can also be used) that has been brined in lye, soaked to remove the resulting causticity, and then steamed until it flakes (although it still looks and feels gelatinous). It is typically served with a warm cream or butter sauce and copious amounts of beer or aquavit.
Herring Salad (Sillsalad)
Herring salad with Potatoes and Caraway-Lemon vinaigrette is a light and colorful dish, whether served as a main dish or as a first course on a buffet or smörgåsbord table.
Herring salad with Potatoes and Caraway-Lemon vinaigrette is a light and colorful dish, whether served as a main dish or as a first course on a buffet or smörgåsbord table.
Jansson's Temptation
An easy recipe for Janssons Frestelse, Jansson's Temptation - a popular Swedish potato casserole.
An easy recipe for Janssons Frestelse, Jansson's Temptation - a popular Swedish potato casserole.
Prune-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Prune-stuffed pork tenderloin is a moist and flavorful company dish. Serve it with potatoes and cranberry sauce or currant jelly for a colorful presentation.
Prune-stuffed pork tenderloin is a moist and flavorful company dish. Serve it with potatoes and cranberry sauce or currant jelly for a colorful presentation.
Almond Sauce
Almond Sauce - A recipe for an almond dessert sauce for use with Scandinavian cakes and pastries
Almond Sauce - A recipe for an almond dessert sauce for use with Scandinavian cakes and pastries
Rice Porridge
Rice Porridge is traditionally served on Christmas Eve in Denmark and Sweden. One places a single blanched almond in the porridge before serving; whoever finds it will be married (some say "lucky")in the next twelve months.
Rice Porridge is traditionally served on Christmas Eve in Denmark and Sweden. One places a single blanched almond in the porridge before serving; whoever finds it will be married (some say "lucky")in the next twelve months.
Basic Fish Stock
Fish stock, made from the bones, heads, and roe (eggs) of white fish, is great to have on hand for making incomparable Scandinavian fish soups, chowders, and casseroles. If you take the time (about 40 minutes) to make a large batch, it can be frozen in one-cup quantities to defrost and use when needed.
Fish stock, made from the bones, heads, and roe (eggs) of white fish, is great to have on hand for making incomparable Scandinavian fish soups, chowders, and casseroles. If you take the time (about 40 minutes) to make a large batch, it can be frozen in one-cup quantities to defrost and use when needed.
Danish Raspberry Bars
Hindbaer Snitter, Danish raspberry bars, are a popular selection in Denmark's wonderful bakeries.
Hindbaer Snitter, Danish raspberry bars, are a popular selection in Denmark's wonderful bakeries.
Finnish May Day Fritters
Finnish May Day Fritters are similar to American funnel cakes but are as small and as light as a sparrow's nest.
Finnish May Day Fritters are similar to American funnel cakes but are as small and as light as a sparrow's nest.