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Denmark Recipes
Where an open sandwich is taken very, very seriously. Not sure what to eat in Denmark? Start with Smørrebrød (Three Classics), Frikadeller, Risalamande and Wienerbrød. Here are 6 authentic Denmark recipes, each from a specific region, with cultural context and dietary substitutions for every table.
6 recipes
Smørrebrød (Three Classics)Zealand (Copenhagen), Denmark · easy · 45 minDenmark’s open-faced rye sandwiches, built in proper order: egg & tomato, potato & chive, and beet & apple.
WienerbrødZealand (Copenhagen), Denmark · advanced · 60 minThe original "Danish": flaky laminated pastry with custard or jam, glazed and eaten with coffee.
FrikadellerZealand (Copenhagen), Denmark · easy · 40 minPan-fried pork-and-veal meatballs, flattened and golden, the everyday staple at the heart of Danish home cooking.
RisalamandeZealand (Copenhagen), Denmark · easy · 60 minA cold almond rice pudding folded with whipped cream and cherry sauce, the Danish Christmas dessert with a hidden almond.
Stegt Flæsk med PersillesovsZealand (Copenhagen), Denmark · easy · 60 minDenmark's voted national dish: crisp fried pork belly with boiled potatoes and a creamy parsley sauce.
Rødgrød med FlødeZealand (Copenhagen), Denmark · easy · 50 minThe taste of a Danish summer: red summer berries cooked to a thick pudding and served cold under a pour of cream.
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