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Fläsklägg med Rotmos i Crock-Pot av Ulf Wagner

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Fläsklägg med Rotmos

Cultural Context

Fläsklägg med Rotmos is a traditional Swedish dish, often enjoyed during the colder months. The dish combines tender, savory pork knuckle with a creamy mash of root vegetables, particularly rutabaga and potatoes. It holds a special place in Swedish cuisine, often served during festive occasions and family gatherings, where the hearty flavors warm the soul. In modern times, variations may include different root vegetables or spices, but the essence of the dish remains beloved across Sweden.

SwedishSEmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 lb pork knuckle
8 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 bay leaves
1 medium onion
2 medium carrots
2 medium potatoes
1 medium rutabaga
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
for garnish parsley

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

rutabaga

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cauliflower maintains a similar texture while being lower in calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier with good fats.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective option.

1

Place pork knuckle in a large pot and cover with water.

2

Add salt, black pepper, bay leaves, and onion to the pot.

3

Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer.

4

Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the meat is tender.

5

Remove the pork knuckle and let it rest.

6

Strain the cooking liquid and reserve for later use.

7

Peel and chop the carrots, potatoes, and rutabaga.

8

In a separate pot, boil the chopped vegetables in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes.

9

Drain the vegetables and return to the pot.

10

Add butter, milk, and nutmeg to the vegetables; mash until smooth.

11

Season the root mash with salt and pepper to taste.

12

Slice the pork knuckle and serve with the root mash and parsley garnish.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringmashing

Equipment Needed

large potstrainermasherknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Pork Knuckle with Root Mash

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