Scandinavian Meat Dishes

Köttbullar are famous Swedish meatballs with a crispy brown exterior, and light, airy and tender texture on the interior. The original recipe for the dish first appeared in Cajsa Warg's 1754 cookbook. The meatballs usually consist of beef mix... READ MORE

Frikadeller are popular Danish and German meatballs that are usually made with ground pork, with the occasional addition of ground veal. These small meatballs have been prepared and consumed in that part of Europe for more than 200 years. The term... READ MORE

Stegt flæsk is a quintessential Danish dish which consists of fried, grilled, or oven-roasted pork belly. Thick and crispy pork belly slices are traditionally served alongside boiled potatoes and a flavorful parsley sauce. The dish ... READ MORE

Kjøttboller or kjøttkaker are traditional Norwegian meatballs. Even though they share many similarities to their Swedish counterpart, they are usually larger in size and more often shaped as meat patties or meat cak... READ MORE

Pinnekjøtt is a traditional Christmas dish predominantly enjoyed in the northern and western parts of the country. It is usually prepared with racks of lamb or mutton, which are brined and air-dried or smoked before they are sliced... READ MORE

Flæskesteg is a traditional pork roast characterized by a crispy rind. It is usually accompanied by classic Danish sides such as braised red cabbage and caramelized or boiled potatoes. The dish is traditionally associated with Christmastime,... READ MORE

Julskinka is an indispensable part of the Swedish Christmas julbord (Christmas buffet). Delicious, tender, and moist, julskinka is a traditional Christmas ham that is brushed with a combination of mustard and egg yolks, topped with breadc... READ MORE

The national dish of Norway, fårikål, is hearty mutton and cabbage stew, typically served with boiled potatoes. The list of ingredients is scarce: only mutton, cabbage, salt, pepper, and water, although some recipes call for t... READ MORE

Medisterkaker is a traditional dish consisting of pork meatballs. Although there are many recipes for these meatballs, they're usually made with a combination of ground pork, flour, eggs, salt, nutmeg, ginger, milk, black pepper, and oil. The meat... READ MORE

Korv Stroganoff is the Swedish version of a popular dish known as beef Stroganoff. Instead of beef, the dish is prepared with a Swedish sausage called falukorv, made with a combination of pork, beef, potato starch, and spices. Korv Stroga... READ MORE

Wallenbergare is a classic Swedish patty made with ground veal which is mixed with egg yolks and cream, then rolled in breadcrumbs. The usual accompaniments include green peas, carrots, boiled or mashed potatoes, and lingonberry jam. There are dif... READ MORE

Hakkebøf is the Danish variety of a hamburger patty made with coarsely minced beef. Pan-fried until perfectly crispy, it is typically served alongside caramelized onions and boiled potatoes, a dish often referred to as hakkebøffe... READ MORE

Kåldolmar, or Swedish stuffed cabbage rolls, is a traditional dish loved by children and adults alike. Each cabbage roll is prepared separately by stuffing a blanched cabbage leaf with a meat filling consisting of rice, pork or beef... READ MORE

Kalops is a rich and comforting Swedish beef stew. It is prepared with chunks of beef that are slowly cooked with onions and spices such as whole peppercorns, bay leaves, and allspice. The most popular variation of the stew is Skånsk kalops,... READ MORE

Boller i karry is a traditional dish that was invented around the 1840s, when the first curry powder mix was introduced to the country. It consists of pork meatballs that are doused in a creamy curry sauce. The dish is typically served over rice. ... READ MORE

Pot roast chicken is one of the classic Danish dishes that are typically enjoyed as home-cooked meals. A whole chicken is seared and then slowly braised in a broth, usually alongside onions, parsley, and peppercorns. When thoroughly cooked, the br... READ MORE

This Danish classic employs pork tenderloin that is coupled with hefty amounts of onions, all doused in a creamy sauce. The dish is usually baked as a casserole and is often complemented with mushrooms or crispy bacon bits. It is typically enjoyed... READ MORE

Poronkäristys is the traditional dish of Sámi people in Finland, Norway and Sweden, prepared by sautéing reindeer meat. The dish originates from the Arctic Lapland where the semi-nomadic, indigenous people called Sámi hav... READ MORE

Bidos is a traditional stew of the Norwegian Sámi people. It's made with a combination of reindeer meat (including the heart), onions, potatoes, and carrots. Traditionally, no seasoning is used because the stew already has a rich flavor ref... READ MORE

Roast duck or andesteg is one of the classic Danish dishes. The duck is usually seasoned with salt and pepper, stuffed with sliced apples and prunes, then slowly roasted until golden-brown and crispy. It is traditionally served alongside carameliz... READ MORE

This traditional Danish version of the American hamburger is prepared with a thick beef patty that is served on a bun or a bread roll. It is usually accompanied by various sides and condiments such as pickles, onions, ketchup, or mustard.... READ MORE

This tasty Danish dish consists of pan-fried bread that is topped with a thick beef patty. It is complemented with pickled beets, onions, capers, horseradish, and a raw egg yolk. Although not much is known about its origin or name, it is a common ... READ MORE

Danish culottesteg is traditionally prepared with top sirloin cap—the lean, boneless beef steak. The rind is usually left on the steak, and the whole cut is typically marinated or rubbed with spices and various herbs before it is roasted unt... READ MORE

Juleand is a traditional meat dish originating from Denmark and it consists of roasted duck that's traditionally made for Christmas. The dish is made with a combination of duck, salt, pepper, apples, shallots, plums, prunes, onions, thyme, and oil... READ MORE

Hvalbiff is a traditional dish consisting of whale steaks. Fresh whale steaks are usually fried and seared over high heat on both sides, with a raw middle point. They can also be marinated before frying or grilling. Seasonings such as salt and pep... READ MORE

Apple pork is a Danish classic which originated as a frugal wintertime dish. It consists of fried or roasted pork belly and a flavorful combination of sautéed apples and onions. Typically served over rye bread, it appears in numerous variet... READ MORE

Pölsa is a classic Swedish dish made with ground beef or pork that is mixed with liver and hearts, combined with beef stock, chopped onions, barley grains, white pepper, marjoram, and ground allspice. The dish is believed to have its roots in... READ MORE

Jellied veal, or kalvsylta in Swedish, is a simple meat dish made with minced veal that is simmered in meat stock along with gelatin and seasonings. The jellied veal is then placed in a mold and cooled before serving. Traditionally served with oth... READ MORE

This Danish specialty consists of thick meat patties that are typically made with minced pork or a combination of minced pork and veal. The meat patties are dipped in eggs, coated with seasoned breadcrumbs, and pan-fried in melted butter or oil un... READ MORE

With an intriguing name translated as million steaks, this comforting Danish dish consists of ground beef that is stewed alongside onions and a variety of spices. The key is to break down the meat, as if it consists of a million tiny piec... READ MORE

A classic Swedish dish, biff à la Lindström is a piquant Swedish burger, which distinguishes itself from other burgers in its use of pickled beets and capers that add a unique flavor to it. Minced beef, eggs, chopped onions, pickled be... READ MORE

The tradition of eating lamb for Easter stems from the ancient Jewish tradition, which has its roots in ancient Passover observance and at the same time symbolizes sacrifice. In Denmark, lamb meat is also a traditional Easter staple. Various cuts ... READ MORE

Roasted goose is a Danish specialty usually enjoyed on special occasions and often used as a welcoming replacement for the more traditional roasted duck. The goose is thoroughly cleaned and is usually stuffed with quartered apples or a combination... READ MORE

Julekrydret ribbe is a traditional meat dish consisting of spiced ribs. The preparation of spiced ribs is typically reserved for Christmas festivities. The ribs are rubbed with a mixture of ground anise seeds, minced ginger, salt, and black pepper... READ MORE

This classic Swedish dish consists of ham hock that is served with mashed root vegetables on the side. The ham hock is typically cured and cooked together with onions, carrots, allspice, and bay leaves, while the root mash usually combines rutabag... READ MORE

Reinsdyr mørbrad is a traditional game meat dish originating from Norway. The dish consists of reindeer steaks that are fried or grilled to perfection, usually in reindeer fat, butter, and oil. The meat of domesticated and farmed reindeer i... READ MORE

Skomakarlåda is a traditional dish consisting of a beef slice that is served with gravy on a bed of mashed potatoes. It is typically topped with diced bacon and chopped pieces of leek. The dish is considered a homemade specialty in Sweden, w... READ MORE

Grisfötter is a traditional delicacy typically served on the Swedish Christmas smörgåsbord. This dish consists of salted pig’s trotters, which are simmered for several hours until tender. Once cooked, the meat is picked off t... READ MORE

Farse refers to a Norwegian dish that consists of chopped or ground meat mixed with potato flour, milk powder and spices. A staple in the Jæren region (southern part of Rogaland county), this mixture is then fried and typically served in bre... READ MORE

Bruna bönor och fläsk is a traditional dish made with a combination of brown beans, salt, vinegar, sugar, pork belly, butter, and potatoes. The beans are boiled until tender, then seasoned with sugar and vinegar. The pork belly is fried ... READ MORE

Kokt kalv i dillsås is a traditional meat dish originating from Sweden. It's usually made with a combination of veal, vegetable or chicken stock, carrots, onions, dill, salt, and white pepper. The meat is boiled in salted water, then simmere... READ MORE

Äppelfläsk is a traditional dish that's made with a combination of butter, onions, tart apples, salt pork or bacon, and black pepper. The butter is melted, and the bacon is lightly browned in the butter. The onions are thinly sliced, the... READ MORE