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Norway

Fårikål (Norwegian National Dish)

Allergens: Gluten

Norway's national dish: lamb and cabbage layered and slow-boiled.

Ingredients

  • Salt 3 tsp
  • Black pepper 3 tbsp
  • Plain flour 5 tbsp
  • Cabbage 1 head
  • Lamb chops 3 lb

Method

  1. Cut the lamb into large pieces.
  2. Slice the cabbage into large wedges, keeping the core attached.
  3. Add a layer of lamb pieces to the bottom of a large pot, fatty side down.
  4. Sprinkle with peppercorns and salt.
  5. Add a layer of cabbage wedges on top.
  6. Repeat with more layers of lamb, peppercorns, and cabbage, ending with cabbage on top.
  7. Optional: Sprinkle a couple of tablespoons on top of the lamb for a thicker stew.
  8. Add water to the pot and bring to a boil.
  9. Cover and reduce heat.
  10. Cook on low heat for 2 – 3 hours, until the lamb gently falls away from the bone.
  11. Serve with boiled potatoes and fresh parsley, covering generously with the fårikål broth.

Dinner. Simple. Sorted!

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