Fårikål (Norwegian National Dish)
Fårikål
Fårikål (Norwegian National Dish) from Norway.
Cook and rest are read from the method. Prep is estimated when the listing left it out. Optional overnight waits and leftover storage are not counted. Native name preserved: Fårikål.
- Prep
- 25 min
- Cook
- 3 hr
- Rest
- None
- Total
- 3 hr 25 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spice
- No chilli
- Cost
- Weeknight budget$8–16 USD · indicative, not a store price
About
▢ Cut the lamb into large pieces. ▢ Slice the cabbage into large wedges, keeping the core attached. ▢ Add a layer of lamb pieces to the bottom of a large pot, fatty side down. Sprinkle with peppercorns and salt.
What you'll need
6 ingredients. Tap each one once it's out on the bench.
Ingredients
- Lamb1.4 kg
- White cabbage1 head
- Salt15 ml
- Water355 ml
- Wheat flour74 ml
Scaling multiplies the written quantities. Baking still prefers a scale.
Steps
Step 1
▢ Cut the lamb into large pieces. ▢ Slice the cabbage into large wedges, keeping the core attached.
Step 2
▢ Add a layer of lamb pieces to the bottom of a large pot, fatty side down. Sprinkle with peppercorns and salt.
Step 3
Add a layer of cabbage wedges on top. Repeat with more layers of lamb, peppercorns, and cabbage, ending with cabbage on top.
Step 4
▢ Optional: Sprinkle a couple of tablespoons on top of the lamb for a thicker stew. ▢ Add water to the pot and bring to a boil.
Step 5
Cover and reduce heat. Cook on low heat for 2 – 3 hours, until the lamb gently falls away from the bone.
180 min
Step 6
▢ Serve with boiled potatoes and fresh parsley, covering generously with the fårikål broth.
Nutrition
Per serving · estimate
- Calories
- 1127 kcal
- Protein
- 89.6 g
- Carbs
- 19 g
- Fat
- 74.8 g
- Saturated fat
- 31.5 g
- Fibre
- 2 g
- Sugar
- 2.8 g
- Sodium
- 1919 mg
Calculated from canonical ingredient data (USDA FoodData Central averages and equivalent published tables). Estimates only.
Allergens
Informational only. Not a medical guarantee. Cross-contamination happens in real kitchens.
- Wheat
- Dairy-free
- Nut-free
Adapt this recipe
The original recipe stays as it is. Personal versions are labelled. Serving changes are simple maths.
Adaptations · 0 / 15 used. Resets 10 November.
Substitutions
flour (a gluten-free blend (not plain rice flour alone for bread)) → a gluten-free blend (not plain rice flour alone for bread)
Coatings and roux can swap. Yeast breads need a blend designed for gluten-free baking.
Tips
- Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
History & culture
Inspired by the original
Provenance: Imported. Not developed or tested in our kitchen, so quantities and timings can be approximate. Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Questions about this recipe
Answers taken from this dish's times, amounts, swaps and tips.
How long does Fårikål (Norwegian National Dish) take?
3 hr 25 min all in — 25 min prep, 3 hr cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Dairy-free, Nut-free.
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What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Stockpot.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 3 tsp.
What can I use instead?
flour (a gluten-free blend (not plain rice flour alone for bread)) → a gluten-free blend (not plain rice flour alone for bread). Coatings and roux can swap. Yeast breads need a blend designed for gluten-free baking.
Any tips from this recipe?
Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.