Fläskpannkaka

A traditional Swedish oven-baked pancake with pork

Fläskpannkaka

A freshly baked fläskpannkaka

Fläskpannkaka is a traditional Swedish dish that combines a savory pancake with pieces of pork, typically bacon or pork belly. It is a popular comfort food in Sweden, often served as a hearty meal.

Ingredients

The main ingredients for fläskpannkaka include:

• Eggs
• Milk
• Flour
• Salt
• Pork (usually bacon or pork belly)

Preparation

Fläskpannkaka is prepared by first frying the pork in a pan until it is crispy. The batter, made from eggs, milk, flour, and salt, is then poured over the pork in a baking dish. The dish is baked in the oven until the pancake is golden brown and puffed up.

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 225°C (437°F). 2. Fry the pork in a pan until crispy. 3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, flour, and salt to form a smooth batter. 4. Pour the batter over the fried pork in a baking dish. 5. Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes or until the pancake is golden and puffed.

Serving

Fläskpannkaka is typically served with lingonberry jam and a simple green salad. The sweetness of the lingonberry jam complements the savory flavors of the pancake and pork.

Cultural Significance

Fläskpannkaka is a staple in Swedish cuisine and is often enjoyed as a family meal. It is a dish that reflects the simplicity and heartiness of traditional Swedish cooking.

Related pages

• Swedish cuisine
• Pancake
• Bacon
• Lingonberry