Norwegian Vegetarian Cabbage and Lingonberry Medley
Embark on a culinary journey to Norway with a delightful and hearty dish that offers a tantalizing taste of Northern Europe without the need for fish or meat. This Norwegian Vegetarian Cabbage and Lingonberry Medley harmonizes the earthy sweetness of cabbage with the tartness of lingonberries. This dish brings a cultural and modern twist to the dinner table, promising to satisfy with flavors and textures that embody Norwegian culinary traditions. Perfect for a cozy dinner for one, it’s both a nod to the rich history of the region and a modern culinary creation.
Serves: 1, Difficulty: Easy
Preparation Time: 15 minutes, Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 200 grams cabbage, sliced
- 30 grams lingonberries
- 10 grams butter
- 15 grams caraway seeds
- 50 grams flatbrød
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of pepper
- 5 grams sugar
- 5 grams vinegar
- 200 ml water
Method
- In a pot, melt half of the butter and add the sliced cabbage. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add water, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- In a separate pan, melt the remaining butter and add the lingonberries, sugar, and vinegar. Cook for 5 minutes until the lingonberries soften.
- Serve the cabbage on a plate, topped with lingonberry sauce. Enjoy with crispy flatbrød on the side.
Tips
- For added depth of flavor, lightly toast the caraway seeds in a dry pan before adding to the cabbage.
- Adjust the sugar and vinegar to taste, depending on the sweetness of the lingonberries.
Nutritional Information
| Nutritional Element | Per 100g | Per Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 50 kcal | 200 kcal |
| Energy | 210 kJ | 840 kJ |
| Fat | 3 g | 12 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g | 8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g | 20 g |
| Sugars | 2 g | 8 g |
| Proteins | 1 g | 4 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 4 g |
