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Jun, 2024
Norwegian Lakserull with Beetroot

Norwegian Lakserull with Beetroot

Norwegian Lakserull with Beetroot

Norwegian Lakserull with Beetroot

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Lakserull is a Norwegian dish consisting of rolled-up smoked salmon and dill paste in a thin potato flatbread. We've created two delicious variations of this traditional recipe. The first version is a quick and easy option, using any thin flatbread you have on hand. The second version is a bit more time-intensive but transforms the dish into a hearty dinner by substituting the flatbread with potato fritters. Our signature spice blend enhances the dill flavor with fennel and adds a burst of color and taste with beetroot powder.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Norwegian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 9 oz smoked salmon [1]
  • 1.5 lb gold potatoes [2] peeled & grated
  • 3 green onions, finely sliced [3]
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt [4]

Alternative Side

  • any thin flatbread, for instance, tortilla

Culinary Spice Kit

  • 1 pouch Beetroot powder, dill weed, fennel

Instructions
 

Prepare Beetroot Yogurt

  • Mix the yogurt with the spices.

Option 1 - Potato Fritters

  • In a large BOWL, combine the grated potatoes with eggs, flour, and salt to taste. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  • In a PAN, heat 3 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
  • Pour a ladleful of the potato mixture into the pan and flatten it into a fritter about the size of your hand. Depending on the size of your pan, you should be able to fit two or three fritters at a time.
  • Fry the fritters until they are golden brown on both sides, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.
  • Remove the fritters from the pan and drain on paper towels if necessary.
  • Serve them topped with the salmon, sprinkled with green onions, and the spiced yogurt.

Alternative Quick Option 2 - Flatbread Rolls

  • Spread a thin, even layer of yogurt on the flatbread.
  • Add the salmon and sprinkle the onions on top.
  • Roll the flatbread tightly and cut it into 3 to 4 cm pieces.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

[1] Variation: Substitute salmon with poultry cold cut.
[2] Optionally, substitute part of it with root veggies or zucchini.
[3] Substitute with 1 oz arugula or finely chopped red onions.
[4] Substitute with cream cheese or goat cream cheese or sour cream.
Tip: Add whipped cream to the cream cheese for a lighter consistency.
 
2
Jul, 2022
Thai Gai Yang

Thai Gai Yang

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Thai Gai Yang

Thai Gai Yang

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Gai Yang, which translates to "grilled chicken," is a very popular street food in Laos and Thailand. This dish is known for its savory, salty flavor rather than spiciness. It is served with unseasoned fresh vegetables to balance the overall taste. For those who prefer some heat, fresh chilies or a Thai dipping sauce can be added.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Thai
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1.25 lb chicken breast or thighs [1]

Marinade

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce [2]
  • 1 tbsp sugar best: brown sugar or palm sugar
  • 1 tbsp oil

Fresh Vegetables

  • 2 carrots
  • 1 lemon for juice
  • 1 butter lettuce
  • 6 green onions thinly sliced
  • 2 fresh chilies (optional) thinly sliced

Gai Yang Culinary Spice Kit

  • 1 pouch Lemongrass, galangal, ginger, black pepper, chili, coriander, garlic, lemon peel, ginger, star anise, cilantro, onion, basil, cumin, white pepper, cinnamon, lemon oil

Suggested Sides

  • jasmine rice [3]
  • rice noodles
  • hearts of palm noodles

Instructions
 

Prepare

  • Cut chicken lengthwise in half, then into 1/4 inch thin slices.
  • On a GRATER, shred carrots with the largest shred size.
  • Drizzle carrots with 1 tsp lemon juice.

Marinade

  • In a CONTAINER, mix soy sauce, sugar, Gai Yang spices, and 1 tbsp oil.
  • Add the chicken slices and mix well.
  • Cover and let it marinate in the fridge 2 - 24 hours.

Fry

  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp oil over high heat.
  • Fry chicken slices until golden on all sides, turning frequently.

Serve

  • Place the chicken slices on lettuce leaves.
  • Top with shredded carrots and green onions.
  • Drizzle with lemon juice.
  • Optionally, add fresh chili slices.
  • Serve with your preferred side.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

[1] Alternative: Substitute with shrimp, sirloin beef, or tempeh.
[2] Recommended: Substitute soy sauce with 1 tbsp fish sauce.
Find soy sauce alternatives here.
[3] Optionally substitute part of the rice cooking water with 1 can of pure coconut milk and add 2 tsp sugar per 2 cups of rice.

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2
Feb, 2020
Mie Goreng

Indonesian Mie Goreng

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Mie Goreng

Indonesian Mie Goreng

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Mie Goreng is a popular dish across Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore, featuring stir-fried noodles that are reminiscent of Chinese Chow Mein, likely reflecting its Chinese culinary roots. The dish offers a versatile ingredient list, allowing for a mix of vegetables and the option to add meat or shrimp. What truly sets Mie Goreng apart is its distinctive spice blend, highlighted by the earthy notes of galangal, giving it an exceptional and unforgettable flavor.
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Hands-on Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indonesian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Shopping List

  • 2-3 cups vegetable mix carrots, leek, Savoy cabbage, all thinly sliced
  • 8 oz noodles e.g. ramen or chukka soba
  • 1 onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped or grated
  • soy sauce or tamari
  • agave syrup or sugar

Optional

  • 1-2 tbsp anchovy paste recommended
  • 1 lb shrimp precooked
  • 1 bunch green onions sliced
  • 1 cup peanuts chopped
  • 1 lemon
  • 3-4 fried eggs
  • 6-8 slices fried tempeh fermented soybeans
  • 1 cup fried onions
  • 1 bag krupuk shrimp crackers

Mie Goreng Culinary Spice Kit

  • Galangal, turmeric, black pepper, nutmeg, chili, amchoor, tamarind

Instructions
 

Noodles

  • Cook noodles according to package instructions.

Fry

  • In a large PAN, heat 1 tbsp oil. Fry onions and garlic over medium heat until the onions turn slightly brown.
  • Add vegetables and fry them over medium heat for about 5-10 minutes(*) until they are almost cooked.
  • Stir in 2 tbsp tamari, Goreng spices, and 1 tbsp syrup. Add salt to taste.
  • Optionally, add anchovy paste and shrimp.
  • Add noodles and stir-fry over medium heat until noodles are well blended with the vegetables.

Serve

  • Optionally, sprinkle with green onions, peanuts, lemon juice, fried onions.
  • Place tempeh slices and/or add fried eggs on top.
  • Serve with krupuk.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

(*) Leftover vegetables are fine as well. Reduce the cooking time accordingly.
▪ Substitute shrimp with chicken breast, cut into bite-size cubes and add them with the vegetables.
▪ Other vegetables: mung bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, napa cabbage, bok choy, or bell pepper.

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24
Jun, 2019
Smörgåstårta - Swedish Sandwich Cake

Smörgåstårta – Swedish Sandwich Cake

Smörgåstårta - Swedish Sandwich Cake

Smörgåstårta - Swedish Sandwich Cake

It looks like a cake with a savory decoration. The inside is a layered sandwich filled with everything you can imagine as long as you combine it with mayonnaise and eggs on sandwich bread. Serve it cold and cut in cake slices.

Cake or Cupcakes

The recipe below is an easy version of a cake. You can also make four single “cupcakes” instead of one large cake when you assemble on top of four single slices of bread.

Decoration with no Limits

The is no limit for the cake decoration. Often used vegetables are lettuce leaves, sliced cucumber & tomatoes, and chopped chives. Other options are quartered eggs, cherries, grapes, and small shrimps.

The Smörgåstårta Culinary Spice Kit includes the following spices:

Horseradish, green peppercorns, fennel, dill, celery

Fillings Make the Difference

Popular are different fillings for each layer and rich decorations. Here are some inspirations:

  • Vegetarian filling: Substitute tuna with 1/2 lb of mushrooms. Cut the mushrooms in slices and cook them in some butter until they become just a bit soft.
  • Meat filling: Substitute tuna with 8 oz ham, cut into 1/2-inch squares, or chicken breast, cooked and shredded.
  • Paste layer: On one layer spread a smoked cod, salmon, shrimps, anchovy, olive, avocado, or liver pâté paste.
  • More fillings: Substitute tuna with chopped eggs and anchovies.
Smörgåstårta - Swedish Sandwich Cake
Tip: Quick DIY Mayonnaise

In Sweden, it’s often used cream fraîche for the filling, which is rarely available in the United States. It is like a mix of heavy cream and sour cream.

Mayonnaise

You can make your own mayonnaise any time at home from eggs, oil, and white vinegar:

  1. Leave 2 eggs at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. Mix eggs in a blender.
  3. Add 1 cup of vegetable oil one tablespoon at a time.
  4. Add 1 tsp white vinegar or more to taste.
  5. Add salt and black pepper to taste.

For a variation, add one tsp of mustard or freshly grated horseradish.

Smörgåstårta - Swedish Sandwich Cake

Smörgåstårta - Swedish Sandwich Cake

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It looks like a cake with a savory decoration. The inside is a layered sandwich filled with everything you can imagine as long as you combine it with mayonnaise and eggs on sandwich bread. This recipe is one easy version. You can also make four single "cupcakes" instead of one large cake. Popular are different fillings for each layer and rich decorations. Get more recipes and inspirations on our website.
 
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Cuisine Swedish
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 2 can tuna in water each 5 oz
  • 8 oz mayonnaise
  • 4 oz sour cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • 12 slices sandwich bread cut into even squares
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs chopped
  • 1-2 lemon for juice
  • salt & pepper

Culinary Spice Kit Ingredients:

  • [Tarta] horseradish, green peppercorns, fennel, dill, celery

Instructions
 

A. Filling

  • In a BOWL, mix the Tarta Spices with 1/8 cup lemon juice.
  • Add mayonnaise, sour cream, cream cheese. Mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Set 1 cup of the mixture aside for the “icing”.
  • To the remaining mixture, add eggs, vegetables, and tuna.

B. Assembly

  • Assembly the cake on a large serving plate
  • (1) With a knife, spread four slices of bread with half of the filling.
  • (2) Place four slices of bread on top.
  • (3) Spread with the remaining filling.
  • (4) Place the last slices of bread on top.
  • (5) Use the “icing” mixture to spread over the top and all sides.
  • (6) Cover completely with plastic wrap.
  • Let it rest overnight in the fridge.

C. Decoration

  • Decorate the cake to your taste, for instance, cover with lettuce leaves and top with tomato slices and chopped herbs. For more ideas and tips see our blog.
    Smörgåstårta - Swedish Sandwich Cake
  • Enjoy!
19
Jun, 2019
Swedish Köttbullar

Swedish Köttbullar

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Swedish Köttbullar

Swedish Köttbullar

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IKEA popularized Köttbullar, Sweden's national dish, around the world. Surprisingly, in 2018, Sweden revealed that their beloved meatballs originated in Turkey. In the 18th century, King Charles XII fell in love with Turkish meatballs and brought the recipe back to Sweden. Today, Köttbullar are typically served with mashed potatoes, a creamy brown sauce, and sweet-sour sides like cucumber salad and lingonberry jam.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Swedish
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Pickled Salad (Optional)

  • 1 English cucumber finely sliced
  • 1/8 cup vinegar apple cider or white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sweetener [1]  or to taste
  • fresh parsley or dill (optional) finely chopped

Meatballs

  • 1.25 lb ground meat [2]
  • 1 egg
  • 3/8 cup milk dairy or nut milk
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs [3]
  • 2 tbsp butter

Sauce (Optional)

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp flour any
  • 1 cup milk dairy or nut milk
  • 1 cup broth any

Suggested Sides

  • 1 jar berry jam [4]
  • mashed potatoes online recipe
  • boiled potatoes
  • any pickled vegetable that you prefer
  • steamed vegetables of your choice, e.g. carrots, green beans, peas and corn

Culinary Spice Kit

  • 1 pouch Onions, allspice, white pepper, black pepper, ginger, yellow mustard

Instructions
 

Pickled Salad (Optional)

  • In a BOWL, mix 1/3 cup of water with vinegar and salt to taste. Sweeten to taste and mix well.
  • Add cucumber slices to the bowl and mix well to coat them evenly.
  • Optionally, add fresh parsley or dill for extra flavor.
  • Let the mixture rest in the fridge for 2 to 24 hours before serving.

Meatballs

  • In a BOWL, whisk the egg.
  • Add Köttbullar spices, milk, and breadcrumbs to the bowl. Mix well and let it soak for 10 minutes.
  • Add the meat and salt (1 tsp recommended) to the mixture. Knead until everything is well combined, but do not overdo it.
  • Form the mixture into small meatballs.
  • In a PAN, melt 2 tbsp of butter over medium heat.
  • Fry the meatballs in the pan until they are cooked through, shaking the pan occasionally to ensure they brown evenly on all sides.

Sauce (Optional)

  • In a small POT, melt 2 tbsp of butter over medium heat.
  • Add the flour and gently whisk for about 3 minutes until the mixture changes color.
  • While whisking continuously, gradually add the milk and broth. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce the heat to low and cook for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Serve

  • Serve the meatballs with the salad or steamed vegetables, mashed or boiled potatoes, jam, and optional sauce.

Notes

[1] For instance, agave syrup, honey, or sugar.
[2] Use a mixture of half beef and half pork, or any meat combination to your liking.
[3] Alternative: Substitute breadcrumbs with flour or ground nuts.
[4] Lingonberry is the best choice, available, for instance, at IKEA stores. Other options:
  • Raspberry or blueberry jam works fine as well.
  • Cook cranberries with some water and sugar into a thick sauce.
  • Just serve with fresh raspberries or blueberries.

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Köttbullar

Swedish Köttbullar

IKEA made them famous around the world: Köttbullar, the national dish of Sweden. Surprisingly, in 2018, Sweden revealed Turkey as its origin. In the 18th century, King Charles XII fell in love with Turkish meatballs and introduced them to his home country. Today, Köttbullars are usually served with mashed potatoes, creamy brown sauce, and sour-sweet sides: cucumber salad and lingonberry jam.

 

Shopping list

  • 1 lb ground meat ( (half beef and pork or any to your liking))
  • 1 lb potatoes (boiled, peeled)
  • 1 English cucumber (finely sliced)
  • 1 jar berry jam*)
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

You might have

  • 1/2 cup milk (plus some for the potatoes)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp agave syrup (or honey or sugar (or to taste))
  • 1/8 cup vinegar
  • salt & pepper

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup broth

Optional

  • Fresh parsley or dill (finely chopped)

Culinary Spice Kit

  • Onions, white pepper, allspice, black pepper, yellow mustard, ginger

Pickled Salad

  1. In a BOWL, mix 1/3 cup of water with the vinegar and salt to taste. Sweeten to taste. Mix well.
  2. Add cucumber slices and mix well.
  3. Optionally, add fresh parsley or dill.
  4. Let it rest in the fridge for 2 to 24 hours.

Meatballs

  1. In a BOWL, whisk the egg.
  2. Add Köttbullar spices, milk, and breadcrumbs. Mix well. Let it soak for 10 minutes.
  3. Add the meat and salt to taste (1 tsp recommended). Knead until everything is well combined. Don’t overdo it.
  4. Form little meatballs.
  5. In a PAN, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
  6. Fry the meatballs until they are cooked through.
  7. Shake the PAN occasionally to brown the balls all around.

Sauce

  1. In a small POT, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
  2. Add flour and gently whisk for about 3 minutes until it changes color.
  3. Whisking continuously, add milk and broth and bring to boil over medium heat.
  4. Turn heat to low and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt & pepper to taste.

Mashed potatoes

  1. Mash the potatoes and reheat them with a little milk.
  2. Add salt to taste.

Serve

  1. Serve the meatballs with the salad, mashed potatoes, jam, and optional sauce. Enjoy!

*) Lingonberry is the best choice, available, for instance, at IKEA stores. Raspberry or blueberry jam works fine as well. Or, cook cranberries with some water and sugar into a thick sauce. Or, serve just with fresh raspberries or blueberries.
Substitute pickled cucumber salad with any other pickled vegetable that you prefer.
Substitute breadcrumbs with flour or ground nuts.

4
Apr, 2018
Italian Saltimbocca

Italian Saltimbocca

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Saltimbocca alla Romana

Italian Saltimbocca

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Preparing this dish is a breeze, and its irresistible flavor practically leaps into your mouth—hence the name "saltimbocca."
A traditional Italian dinner consists of at least two courses: pasta, soup, or risotto as a first course, followed by a second course of meat or fish accompanied by vegetables or salad. Saltimbocca, a classic choice for the second course, pairs perfectly with a simple pasta dish.
This recipe offers a delicious chicken variation made with ground sage. For a more authentic experience, try Saltimbocca alla Romana, featuring fresh sage leaves and thin slices of tender veal.
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Hands-on Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

First Course

  • 2 cloves garlic smashed
  • 4 anchovy filets
  • 1 cup black olives sliced
  • 3/4 lb spaghetti or other pasta

Second Course

  • 1.5 lb chicken breast boneless, skinless, cut into 6-8 thin large slices
  • 8 slices prosciutto (raw ham), very thin
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or cooking wine
  • olive oil

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  • [1] Sage
  • [2] Sun-dried tomatoes

Suggested Sides

  • fresh Italian bread sliced
  • asparagus, cauliflower, or broccoli cooked
  • spinach or mushrooms sautéed with garlic

Instructions
 

First Course

  • In a large PAN, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
  • Cook garlic for 1 minute.
  • Add anchovies. Cook 2 minutes.
  • Add olives. Cook until olives turn slightly brown.
  • Add cooked spaghetti and 1 cup of the cooking water to the PAN. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Sprinkle Saltimbocca [2] spices on plated dish.

Second course - Prepare

  • Cover the chicken slices with PLASTIC WRAP and pound them to about 1/8 inch thickness.
  • Season them with the Saltimbocca [1] spices in an even layer. Don’t add salt!
  • Place prosciutto slices on top.

Second course - Cook

  • In a PAN, over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Place the chicken bundles in the PAN in one layer, prosciutto side up.
  • Season with pepper to taste.
  • Fry chicken for a couple of minutes until the bottom starts to brown.
  • Add wine. Reduce heat to low. Cover.
  • Let cook for a few minutes until the chicken is done.

Serve

  • Serve Saltimbocca with your preferred sides.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Variations
▪ Substitute chicken with veal or pork cutlets.
▪ Substitute chicken with eggplant or zucchini.
▪ Substitute prosciutto with Spanish jamón serrano, bacon, or cheese.
▪ Substitute wine with broth.

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