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5 Must-Try Nordic Recipes That You’re Missing Out In 2021

April 5, 2021 by Mandy

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Food is one of the most basic forms of entertainment. You can use it in any social event or gathering so much as events are incomplete without them. One such flavor-rich cuisine is Nordic Food. According to Norden, the Scandinavian nation has grown by 8.1%, including a sector of the immigrant population. It would only be a matter of time before their cuisine is famous; it hits international and local markets. You can get a head start and enjoy these recipes first. Here are some for you:

1. Caper Fish Balls: It is a delicious dish which consists of fish with a side of potatoes. Start by:

  • Using 600 g of peeled potatoes and cut them into chunks. Put them into a boiling pan of salted water and once they’re tender, strain them.
  • Then add 3 tbsp of milk with pepper as per preference, mash them together, and set them aside. Your next step is to prepare the fish.
  • Use sardines as your choice of fish. Use a 140 g tin of sardines in oil, holding onto the oil. Heat the oil in the frying pan and add shallots, fish, and lemon juice from one lemon into the mash and make about 20 balls.
  • Use two eggs and beat them together to prepare an egg wash. Roll the balls in the egg wash and then add them into 3 tbsp plain flour.
  • Fry your fish balls till they’re nice and golden. Finally, warm 200 g of creme fraiche and add them to 1-2 tbsp of dijon mustard. Add the balls to the mix, top it off with lemon zest and serve.

2. Little Coffee Pavlovas:The great thing about Scandanavian dishes is they range from savory to sweet. There’s a treat for everyone. If you like the recipes so far, click here for more. With that, let’s dive into a tasty dessert:

  • Start by preheating your oven to 248 F and lining your baking pan with baking sheets. In a large bowl with three egg whites till peaks start to form.
  • Add about 150g castor sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, until the mixture turns glossy. Whisk in ½ tbsp instant espresso powder and 1tsp cornflour. Make swirls on the baking sheet and put them into your oven.
  • Make sure you bake your pavlovas till they’re crisp outside for one hour and let them cool on the wire rack. In another bowl, beat 125 g mascarpone and then add about 200ml of double cream. Whisk until soft peaks form, then add 1 tbsp icing sugar. Follow it by adding ½ tsp vanilla extracts and 1 ½ tbsp coffee liqueur.
  • Then add 100g blackcurrant jam. Pour this mixture on top of your pavlovas and serve immediately.

3. Skagen (Prawn Salad: This is an easy and delicious meal to make. If you like seafood, why not add it to your menu:

  • In 1 tbsp of olive oil, add 2 tbsp sour cream, use the zest of ½ a lemon and 1 tsp of juice. Sprinkle in salt and pepper to your taste.
  • Then add about 200 g of cooked and peeled prawns, followed by ½ small chopped red onion. You can add about 2tbsp of chopped parsley and serve your salad. You can even enjoy this tasty treat on top of bread or eat it alone.

4. Jansson’s Temptation.A very delicious and traditional Scandinavian dish. It is best with salad and bread:

  • To start, preheat the oven to 392 F. Layer the baking sheet and slice six medium potatoes into matchstick sizes. Add about two finely sliced Spanish onions and one tin of chopped anchovies, draining them properly.
  • Pour 248 ml double cream in the pot and add a small amount of butter. Then add a sprinkle of 4 tbsps of fresh bread crumbs and pepper according to your taste.
  • Cover and bake your dish for the first twenty minutes. After which, you should uncover and bake for a further 25 more minutes for that crispy exterior.

5. Frozen Daim Bar Almond Cake:Another delicious treat for you to enjoy with your tea or a light snack. As always, when it comes to baking, always start by preheating the oven:

  • Preheat the oven to 338 F. Whisk about four egg whites in a bowl into soft peaks. Add about 150g of sugar and make the mixture even stiffer. Gently fold in about 100g of ground almonds. Butter a round baking pan and add the mix for baking.
  • Make sure it bakes for about 20 minutes, then cool the tin. Now bring your attention to the parfait. Whisk about five egg yolks and 100 g of sugar into one bowl and place the bowl over the water to let the mixture simmer.
  • When the mixture is thick and fluffy with a pale consistency, then leave it to cool down. Add 150 ml of double whipping cream and 20 ml of amaretto to form medium peaks, and then gently fold this mixture into your egg mix. Add crushed daim about 4 bars of 28 grams each and work through the combination gently.
  • The idea is not to let any air out. Put the parfait on top of your cake and cover it tightly with clingfilm for 4-6 hours or leave it overnight. Take it out and cut it into pieces and then put it back into the freezer for a few more minutes and then take it out for serving. You can also add chocolate and caramelized chopped almonds if you wish.

Wrap Up

Scandinavian dishes make for a tasty treat. The recipes mentioned bringing a festival of flavors in your mouth. Not only are these dishes they’re easy to make and nutritious. With your seafood mix, you can quickly cook a tasty treat for your palette that you can enjoy with fresh bread or a side of salad. Maybe you want something sweeter? Indulge in an almond cake with parfait or treat yourself to a lovely pavlova. You can take your culinary skills to the next level by either cooking for yourself or enjoying with your coworkers at office parties and enjoy these delicious Nordic wonders.

Filed Under: Cooking Tagged With: Europe, food, food destinations, Nordic, Norway

11 Foods to Eat in China

May 10, 2018 by Mandy

There is no denying that China is one of the richest tourist attractions in the world. The vast country is not just rich in attractions but also boasts of a diverse culture and culinary expertise not found anywhere else in the entire universe. The variety, modes of preparation and how the foods are eaten are some of the reasons why most people see it best to go for online passport renewal so that they can embark on purely food tours in China. If this has been a long dream of yours, and you feel the time to make it come true is now, then you can be assured of a magnificent trip, and to help you out with the varieties, here is a brief look into some of the dishes you must try-:

Sweet and sour pork

You could have probably seen or even tasted this dish in a Chinese restaurant in your home country, but you will never taste anything like when in China. For beginners, it features pork fried in a doughy butter, before being dressed with different sauces. It is mostly served with rice, and it is available almost every restaurant you will walk into while in China.

Kung Pao Chicken

Irrespective of the number of chicken dishes you have had in your life, you can expect a completely new experience with the varieties you will be found in China and one of the best you should never miss is the Kung Pao Chicken. It is a famous Sichuan specialty and is loved by both foreigners and locals. The major components of this tasty delicacy include fried peanuts, dried chili, and diced chicken.

Ma Po Tofu

Ma Po Tofu is not just another delicacy worth trying in China, but it is one that comes with a lot of history behind it. It is very famous in the Chuan region, where it is believed to have been around for over 100 years. The delicacy features brownish red ground beef prepared with lots of chopped green onions, in addition to a variety of spices which makes it spicy and mildly hot. It is literally one of the tastiest delicacies you will have while in China.

Wontons

In China, it is a custom for people to eat wontons during the winter solstice and this is a tradition that has been practiced since 618 during the Tang Dynasty. The most common shape of wonton you will encounter are the triangle ones, which are almost similar to tortellini from Italy. They are usually boiled then served in a soup, though they can also be deep fried as a variation in the preparation. The wontons are normally stuffed with diced shrimp or minced meat.

Dumplings

Dumplings have been around in China for more than 1,800 years. They are a traditional delicacy synonymous with the northern parts of the country, and the primarily consist of a mixture of minced meat and chopped vegetables which are then carefully wrapped in a very thin piece of dough skin. Some of the popular filings for dumpling include beef, chicken, vegetables and diced shrimp. They can be steamed, boiled or fried, and if you happen to visit China around the Chinese New Year, then you can be sure to eat a lot of them.

Chow Mein

A sampling of Chinese delicacies will never be complete without trying out the noodles, and the perfect introduction to the noodle dishes is the Chow Mein noodles. The name loosely translates into stir-fried noodles. Most of the time, it consists of meats such as shrimp, chicken or pork, together with celery and onions. In making the dish, the noodles are first cooked in boiling water for some minutes until they are soft and tender. They are then allowed to cool before they are stir-fried.

Peking Roasted Duck

Ducks are a very common street food in China and if you want the perfect duck first experience, then you should not try anything other than the Peking roasted duck. This is a famous dish in China, mainly in Beijing, and is regarded as one of the country’s national dishes. The dish is cherished for its crispy thin skin. It is normally eaten with sweet bean sauce, pancakes, and mashed garlic. If you happen to be in Beijing, then this is a dish you must give a try by all means.

Spring Rolls

You may have tasted a million spring rolls before, but none will taste like the dim sums you find in China. The fillings in the rolls are mainly meat or vegetables and they could either be sour or sweet. In preparing the rolls, the fillings are neatly wrapped in a spring roll wrapper then deep fried to golden yellow color before being allowed to cool.

Sichuan shredded chicken

Here is another chicken variety that makes it to the list of the must-try foods in China. It is a spicy chicken native to the Sichuan region, hence the name, and it features shredded chicken which is first cooked over high heat in a mixture comprising of bamboo shoots, carrots, and a decent amount of green peppers. The sauce for the chicken is a bit sour and a bit sweet with a generous amount of garlic to introduce the sweet but pungent flavor adored by many.

Hairy Crab

If you happen to be in Shanghai during the months of fall, then you will meet lots of hairy crabs roaming everywhere. When the crabs are steamed to perfection with the local expertise, then you are guaranteed of enjoying very nice and delicious meals from the shells. The locals prefer to dip the crab in a dark vinegar sauce before sending it down their throats, and it is something you can also try, though most foreigners do find it strange and unusual. 

Dan dan noodles

If you consider online passport renewal for a trip to China, then you must not tire about eating lots of noodle dishes and the dan dan noodles is another one that finds a mention in our list. It is a spicy noodle dish from the Sichuan region, and most Chinese consider it as a comfort food. The noodles are prepared in a spicy sauce featuring preserved vegetables, minced pork, chili oil, and lots of scallions.

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Asia, China, destinations, food destinations, travel

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