Fårikål (Norwegian National Dish)

Fårikål (Norwegian National Dish)

Area: Norway

Category: Lamb

Ingredients

IngredientsMeasure
Lamb3 Lbs
White Cabbage1 head
Whole black peppercorns3 tablespoons
Salt3 tsp
Water1 1/2 cups
Flour5 tablespoons

Instruction

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