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Nutritional Values
200kcal
6gProtein
25gCarbs
10gFat
8gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
Leipziger Allerlei
How to order / say it
Say it
Leipziger Allerlei — [LIPE-tsigh-er AL-er-lie]
Order
I'd like the Leipziger Allerlei, please.
Locally
Ich hätte gerne das Leipziger Allerlei, bitte.
Say locally
A mixed vegetable dish served with butter and herbs.
Why try it?
Consuming this dish is an homage to Saxony's rich seasonal harvests, highlighting the fresh produce of the region. It's a celebration of simplicity and tradition in Dresden's culinary offering.
How it tastes
This dish is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, with a buttery richness enhanced by a hint of fresh herbs. Each vegetable maintains its distinct character, creating a harmonious balance.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Leipziger Allerlei emerged in the 19th century in Leipzig as a creative way to use spring vegetables. It became a symbol of abundance and economic revival post-Napoleonic wars.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 150 g carrots
- 🥕 150 g cauliflower
- 🫘 100 g peas
- 🥕 100 g asparagus
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 🌿 10 g parsley
Method
- 1 Blanch carrots, cauliflower, peas, and asparagus until tender.
- 2 Melt butter in a pan and add vegetables.
- 3 Toss with fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper.
- 4 Serve immediately as a side or a main.
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