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Nutritional Values
500kcal
30gProtein
42gCarbs
25gFat
3gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🐟 Fish
🥛 Dairy
🌾 Gluten
Hamburg Pannfisch
How to order / say it
Say it
Hamburger Pannfisch — [HAM-boorg PAN-fish]
Order
I'd like the Hamburg Pannfisch, please.
Locally
Ich hätte gern das Hamburger Pannfisch, bitte.
Say locally
Fried fish fillets served with mustard sauce and potatoes.
Why try it?
Hamburg's port town history shines in this dish, reflecting the city's connection to the sea. It's a must-try to understand Hamburg's fusion of land and maritime flavors.
How it tastes
The fish is tender with a crispy outer layer, complemented by the sharpness of mustard sauce, creating a delectable harmony with buttery potatoes.
Origin & History — first documented: 1880
Originating in the 19th century, this dish was a fisherman's staple, created to utilize lesser fish caught in abundance. It became a beloved icon in Hamburg's culinary repertoire.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🐟 300 g white fish fillets
- 🥕 200 g potatoes
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 🥣 40 g mustard
- 🧄 50 g onions
- 🌿 10 g parsley
Method
- 1 Boil potatoes until tender, then set aside to cool slightly.
- 2 Season fish fillets and fry in butter until golden.
- 3 Sauté onions, add mustard and a little water to make sauce.
- 4 Serve fish with potatoes and drizzle sauce over, garnish with parsley.
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