8 Danish dishes that you shouldn't miss!
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Loading... - Jacob Bauer
- 07 Jul 2022
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Do you want to experience Danish culture face-first? Then let us introduce you to eight traditional Danish dishes - most of which have names that are difficult to pronounce - such as smørrebrød, frikadeller, pastries and hot dogs.
A true classic: Smørrebrød
The Danish 'open faced' sandwiches, smørrebrød, are perhaps the most famous of the Danish food classics. Smørrebrød is simply a slice of rye bread with various combinations of toppings such as pickled herring, roast beef and eggs topped with mayo and shrimps. These heaped rye bread treats date back to the 19th century, but the handy lunch item has had a face lift in recent years and is now hipper than ever.
Fun food in Denmark: the Stjerneskud
Stjerneskud or 'shooting stars' is the lesser-known but more extravagant smørrebrød, and one of the Danes' absolute favourites. Stjerneskud is a slice of rye bread with fried plaice fillet, topped with shrimp, lettuce and caviar from the Limfjord. Enjoy it in an authentically Danish way, with a cold beer and finished with a shot of snaps. Yum.
The Danish hot dog
Danish hot dog stands are a cultural institution and have been feeding hungry Danes for over a century. You’ll see them dotted all over the place, so be sure to stop by one and grab a bite to eat while on the go. Most stands offer both the traditional red sausages as well as more modern versions. If you want a truly Danish sight, keep an eye out for hot dog vendors walking down the middle of a main road, pulling their massive hot dog stands home from their selling spot.
Denmark's national dish: Stegt flæsk
A few years ago, Danes were asked to vote for their national dish. And the winning dish, a classic pork recipe 'stegt flæsk med persillesovs', was no surprise. The crispy pork with parsley sauce and potatoes is a very old dish that has won the hearts, and tummies, of Danes for centuries. You can try the Danes' national dish in many restaurants around Denmark. Luckily, it is actually among the cheaper eats and if you become a fan, some restaurants even offer all-you-can-eat pork at affordable prices. Read More...
