Surkaal, a dish with a history dating back centuries, is a traditional Norwegian dish consisting of shredded white cabbage preserved in a sweet and sour brine. The fermentation process of the cabbage results in a tangy and sour flavor, typically accompanied by a slightly sweet undertone. This versatile dish is often served as a side dish to accompany hearty meats, fish, or potato dishes. It can also be enjoyed as a standalone vegetarian or vegan meal. With its unique flavor and historical significance, surkaal is a beloved part of Norwegian cuisine.
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NORWEGIAN CHRISTMAS CABBAGE
Norwegian Christmas Cabbage is essentially a kind of sweet and sour sauerkraut, spiced with caraway seeds.
Provided by Finn Roed
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Lay two slices of bacon across the bottom of a large pot. Cover with a layer of cabbage. Sprinkle a light dusting of flour and a pinch of caraway seed. Season with a little salt and pepper. Repeat layering as many times as possible until you run out of room.
- Fill the pot with enough water to come about 3/4 up the side. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 45 minutes, or until the cabbage is soft, stirring occasionally. Let cool slightly, then stir in the vinegar and sugar. Use your own judgment. Add sugar carefully to taste. The idea is to strike a balance between the sweet and the sour, and therein lies the trick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.2 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 322.3 mg, Sugar 23.3 g
SWEET-AND-SOUR CABBAGE
Steps:
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3/4 teaspoon caraway seeds and 1 minced garlic clove; cook, stirring, 1 minute. Halve 2 pounds carrots lengthwise and cut into 2-inch pieces; add to the skillet along with 1/2 cup water, 3 tablespoons each brown sugar and cider vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook 15 minutes. Stir in 4 cups shredded red cabbage and season with salt; cook 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add a squeeze of lemon juice. Transfer to a bowl and top with torn fresh dill and parsley.
SWEET N "SAUR" CABBAGE SOUP
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat a soup pot over medium high heat with extra-virgin olive oil. Add ham and lightly brown 2 to 3 minutes. Add shredded cabbage and stir in the onions and carrots as you finish chopping and grating them. Stir in the frozen hash browns and season the vegetables liberally with salt and pepper. Add in a bay leaf, cider, honey, beans, saurkraut and chicken stock. Place a lid on the pot and bring soup to a boil. Uncover and simmer 10 minutes until vegetables are tender. Stir in dill and adjust seasoning of soup. Serve the soup in shallow bowls and top with sour cream.
NORWEGIAN RED CABBAGE
Delicious! Tart and sweet at the same time! This recipe is old, and I have no idea where it came from...but it is very good. Try it and let me know what your taste buds tell you... This dish goes good with pork of any type.
Provided by silly sally
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Chop cabbage fine, and put in a big pot.
- Add butter, vinegar, sugar, water and salt.
- Cook for 1hour on low heat.
- Add jelly and cook for 20 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.2, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 753, Carbohydrate 51.1, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 35.8, Protein 3.2
NANA'S SWEET AND SOUR CABBAGE
The cabbage cooks with the sugar and vinegar to make a nice mellow flavor. My Nana would serve it with potato dumplings and sour bratten. One of my favorite recipes. To make this recipe lighter just substitute the sugar for 1 1/2 times it's amount in Splenda.
Provided by gingersnap081
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 6-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Saute onion in butter until golden brown.
- Add the sugar, vinegar, caraway, pepper and salt. Mix.
- Add the purple cabbage and toss well with the wet ingredients.
- Cook covered (dutch oven works best) over medium heat about 40 minutes or until cabbage is tender.
SWEET AND SOUR RED CABBAGE
Red cabbage side dish that is sooo addictive.
Provided by LAURA NASON
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place cabbage in a medium saucepan with water and salt, and bring to a boil. Stir in brown sugar and caraway seeds. Cook 12 minutes, or until cabbage is tender; drain.
- In a medium bowl, toss cabbage with vinegar and butter until thoroughly coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 153.4 mg, Sugar 34.7 g
SWEET-AND-SOUR CABBAGE
"I HELPED MOTHER shred the cabbage and cut up the apples for this recipe. The touch of tartness is wonderful with the sauerbraten. This is one part of the meal that is even tastier if it can be made ahead."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, combine drippings or oil, brown sugar, vinegar, water, salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until hot, stirring occasionally. Add cabbage; cover and cook for 10 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Add apples, cook, uncovered, for about 10 minutes more or until tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SURKAAL (NORWEGIAN SWEET AND SOUR CABBAGE)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan sauté apple in bacon fat until tender. Add cabbage and caraway seed sprinkle with 1 tablespoon vinegar add broth. Cover and simmer until cabbage is tender, stirring occasionally. Add water if necessary. Add sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar, and salt to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
SWEET-AND-SOUR CABBAGE
A sprinkling of herbs or spices will make your favorite vegetables even more delicious.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven (or other 5-quart pot), heat oil over medium-low heat. Add cabbage, pineapple, sugar, and vinegar; stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Cover; cook, stirring occasionally, until cabbage has wilted (but is not mushy), about 35 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in dill. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g
SWEET-AND-SOUR CABBAGE
Categories Onion Side Vegetarian Vinegar Apple Fall Oktoberfest Cabbage Simmer Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium-low heat. Add onions; sauté until translucent, about 10 minutes. Mix in next 7 ingredients. Add cabbage; cook until cabbage begins to wilt, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Cover; simmer until cabbage is crisp-tender, stirring often, about 17 minutes. Uncover; add apple and apple juice and cook until apple is crisp-tender, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, firm cabbage for the best flavor and texture.
- Shred the cabbage thinly and evenly for consistent cooking.
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to ensure the cabbage has enough room to cook properly.
- Bring the vinegar mixture to a boil before adding the cabbage to ensure the cabbage absorbs the flavors well.
- Stir the cabbage occasionally while cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Add the raisins, sugar, and spices towards the end of the cooking time to prevent them from burning.
- Taste the surkaal before serving and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Serve the surkaal warm or cold, depending on your preference.
Conclusion:
Surkaal is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, condiment, or even as a main course. It is a great way to use up leftover cabbage and is a staple in Norwegian cuisine. With its sweet and sour flavor profile, surkaal is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to prepare cabbage, give surkaal a try!
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