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Hamburger Labskaus

Cultural Context

Hamburger Labskaus has its roots in Northern Germany, particularly Hamburg, where it was originally a sailor's dish made from leftover ingredients. This hearty meal reflects the maritime culture, combining simple, preserved foods into a filling dish. Traditionally enjoyed with pickles and herring, it has evolved into a beloved comfort food, often served in modern restaurants as a nostalgic nod to its seafaring past.

GermanDEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 potatoes
2 onions
corned beef
pickled cucumbers
red beetroot
vinegar from pickles
herring
eggs

beef

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Turkey reduces fat content while maintaining flavor.

herring

🥗Healthier: smoked salmon

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Salmon provides a healthier omega-3 option.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

pickles

🥗Healthier: cucumber slices

💰Cheaper: homemade pickles

Homemade options can be more economical.

1

Peel 3 potatoes and prepare them in a steamer or pot until tender.

2

Slice 2 onions into tiny pieces and fry them in a pan.

3

Open a can of corned beef and add it to the pan with the onions.

4

Cut red beetroot and mix it into the meat and onions.

5

Dice pickled cucumbers and add them to the mixture, along with some vinegar from the pickles.

6

Mash the potatoes roughly and mix them with the meat mixture.

7

Serve with garnishes of herring and a sunny-side up egg.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingmashing

Equipment Needed

steamerpanknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishegg

Also Known As

LabskausHamburg Labskaus
Local Name: Hamburger Labskaus

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