Farikal

This is a popular meat dish from Southern Norway. Lamb and cabbage are layered and stewed with peppercorns. Serve with boiled potatoes that have been sprinkled with parsley.

Original recipe makes 4 servings

Ingredients

8 ounces sliced lamb meat
1 head cabbage, cored and sliced
2 cups water
1 1/2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
salt to taste

  • PREP

    2 hrs

  • COOK

    2 hrs

  • READY IN

    4 hrs

Directions

  1. Arrange a layer of sliced lamb in the bottom of a Dutch oven or soup pot. Top with a layer of cabbage. Repeat layering as many times as you can. Tie the peppercorns into a small piece of cheesecloth, and place them in the center of the casserole. Pour the water over all, and cover with a lid.
  2. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat for 2 hours. Remove the package of peppercorns before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 123 kcal
Carbohydrates: 18.3 g
Cholesterol: 22 mg
Fat: 2 g
Fiber: 7.9 g
Protein: 11 g
Sodium: 167 mg