Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4
Crispy, savory, and full of flavor—Stegt Flæsk is Denmark’s beloved national dish! 🥓✨ Featuring crispy fried pork belly served with creamy parsley sauce and boiled potatoes, this classic meal is a staple of Danish home cooking. With its crunchy texture and rich flavors, Stegt Flæsk is pure comfort food at its finest!
Ingredients For Stegt Flæsk�
🔥 For the Crispy Pork Belly:
☑ 1 lb (450g) pork belly, sliced into ¼-inch thick strips 🥓
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 salt 🧂
☑ ¼ teaspoon🥄 black pepper 🌿
🔥 For the Parsley Sauce:
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 butter 🧈
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 all-purpose flour 🌾
☑ 1 ½ cups (360ml) whole milk 🥛
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 salt 🧂
☑ ¼ teaspoon🥄 black pepper 🌿
☑ ½ cup (15g) fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
🔥 For Serving:
☑ Boiled potatoes 🥔
☑ Fresh parsley for garnish 🌿
👩🍳 Cooking Steps For Stegt Flæsk�
🔥 Step 1: Fry the Pork Belly
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat a pan over medium heat.
2️⃣ Season pork belly slices with salt and black pepper.
3️⃣ Arrange on a baking sheet (or fry in a pan) and cook for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden brown.
🔥 Step 2: Make the Parsley Sauce
1️⃣ Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2️⃣ Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
3️⃣ Gradually add milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
4️⃣ Simmer for 5 minutes until thick, then season with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley.
🔥 Step 3: Serve & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Plate the crispy pork belly with boiled potatoes.
2️⃣ Drizzle with warm parsley sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
🥓 Crispy, creamy, and full of rich flavors—Stegt Flæsk is Denmark’s ultimate comfort dish!
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