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Labskaus
Northern Germany's hearty sailor's hash — corned beef, potatoes, and beets mashed together, topped with a fried egg and Rollmops herring. Bold, briny, and utterly satisfying.
Prep 15 min
Cook 30 min
Total 45 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — Labskaus base
- 1 lb corned beef (cooked, finely chopped)
- 1½ lbs potatoes (peeled, boiled)
- 1 cup pickled beets (drained, diced)
- 1 small onion (finely diced)
- 3 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper
- Pinch of allspice
Step 2 — Toppings
- 4 eggs
- 4 Rollmops herring fillets
- Gherkins (sliced)
- Parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- 1
Mash the Labskaus
Sauté onion in butter until soft. Mash potatoes with corned beef, beets, and onions. Season with salt, pepper, and allspice. Keep warm in a skillet, pressing into a crust on the bottom.
- 2
Fry the eggs
Fry eggs sunny-side up in butter until whites are set and yolks are runny.
- 3
Serve
Plate a generous scoop of Labskaus, top with a fried egg, Rollmops herring, gherkins, and parsley. Serve with rye bread.
Nutrition per serving: 520 cal · 28g protein · 38g carbs · 30g fat · 4g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
