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Nutritional Values
700kcal
30gProtein
30gCarbs
48gFat
4gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Brettljause
How to order / say it
Say it
Brettljause — [BREHT-el-yow-zuh]
Order
I'd like the Brettljause, please.
Locally
Ich hätte gerne die Brettljause, bitte.
Say locally
Assorted cold cuts, cheeses, and pickles served on a wooden board.
Why try it?
Reflecting Austria's regional diversity, Brettljause embodies family gatherings and communal dining, ideal for experiencing Salzburg's hospitality. Perfect for those wishing to explore local delicacies in the rustic style of Austrians.
How it tastes
A flavor fusion of salty cured meats and creamy cheeses with the tang of pickled vegetables. The assortment provides a varied palate experience, ranging from soft and smoky ham to sharp cheese.
Origin & History — first documented: 1900
Borne from the practices of countryside farmhouses in the early 1900s, Brettljause became popular as an afternoon snack, evolving from farmworkers' hearty communal meals into a representation of Austrian hospitality.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 100 g smoked ham
- 🥩 50 g salami
- 🥛 100 g cheese slices
- 🥕 50 g pickles
- 🌾 2 slices german rye bread
Method
- 1 Arrange assorted cold cuts and cheese on a wooden board.
- 2 Add pickles and bread slices around the board.
- 3 Optionally, garnish with herbs like parsley.
- 4 Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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