Norwegian Anchovy Pie (Janson’s Fra Stelse)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0

Norwegian Anchovy Pie (Janson's Fra Stelse)

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

556

Sugar

Fat

40g

Janson's Fra Stelse, or Norwegian Anchovy Pie, is a classic Scandinavian dish named after the Swedish opera singer Pär Strömberg's restaurant, where it was first served. It is now a staple in Norwegian cuisine, often served as a main course for festive occasions and family gatherings. The dish consists of layers of thinly sliced potatoes, caramelized onions, and salty anchovies, all baked together with a generous amount of heavy cream and white pepper. It is rich, flavorful, and filling, and perfect for cold winter nights.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	Peel and slice the potatoes into thin rounds.
3.	In a large skillet, sauté the sliced onions in butter over low heat until they are translucent and caramelized.
4.	In a greased baking dish, add a layer of potatoes followed by a layer of onions and anchovy fillets.
5.	Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used up, finishing with a layer of potatoes.
6.	Pour the heavy cream over the top of the potato mixture and sprinkle with white pepper.
7.	Bake in the oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown and bubbly.

PROS

This dish is rich, flavorful, and filling.

The salty anchovies and sweet caramelized onions are a perfect match for the creamy potatoes.

It can be prepared in advance and reheated for an easy weeknight dinner.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories, due to the heavy cream and butter.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest option, it contains several beneficial ingredients.
Anchovies are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health and brain function.
Potatoes are high in potassium, which can help regulate blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke.

	2 medium onions , sliced very thin
	3 tablespoons butter
	1 lb potato
	18 anchovy fillets
	1 teaspoon white pepper
	1/2 pint heavy cream