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Stegt Flæsk — traditional dish from Copenhagen, Denmark
Main course Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥720kcal
💪29gProtein
🌾45gCarbs
🥑50gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

Allergens

🥛 Dairy

Stegt Flæsk

How to order / say it
Say it Stegt flæsk — [STEHT flay-skh]
Order I'd like the stegt flæsk, please.
Locally Jeg vil gerne have stegt flæsk, tak.
Say locally

Crispy pork belly served with parsley sauce.

Why try it?

Considered Denmark's national dish, it epitomizes Danish culinary tradition and communal eating, reminiscent of hearty home-cooked meals.

How it tastes

The pork belly is crispy and rich, while the parsley sauce adds a fresh, herby balance. The combination creates a comforting, indulgent experience.

Origin & History — first documented: 1820

This dish dates back to the early 19th century, promoted during rural gatherings and harvest celebrations, becoming iconic as a symbol of Danish home cooking.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 400 g pork belly
  • 🥛 200 ml milk
  • 🥛 50 g butter
  • 🌾 30 g all-purpose flour
  • 🌿 30 g parsley
  • 🥕 300 g potatoes
  • 🧂 5 g salt

Method

  1. 1 Season pork belly slices with salt and fry until crispy.
  2. 2 Melt butter in a saucepan and whisk in flour to create a roux.
  3. 3 Gradually add milk to the roux, stirring until smooth, then add chopped parsley.
  4. 4 Serve pork belly with parsley sauce and boiled potatoes.

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