From the North: A Simple and Modern Approach to Authentic Nordic Cooking

by Katrin Bjork

Contemporary Nordic Dishes Inspired by Tradition

In From the North , Katrín Björk celebrates the flavors of her childhood with fresh ingredients and unique twists. Her modern techniques make traditional Nordic cooking simple and approachable, no matter how far south your kitchen.

This versatile collection can be used for unique lunches, casual dinners or elegant holiday meals. The Rack of Lamb with Seaweed and Almond Crust combines the cozy comfort of Katrín’s familial kitchen with the standout taste of the Nordic Seas. Culinary adventurers won’t need a parka to experience Danish Crackling Pork with a side of Sugar- Glazed Potatoes. Try stunning fish and shellfish dishes like Pan-Fried Haddock, updated with tangy grilled rhubarb and rosemary, or Blue Mussels simmered in a Nordic white ale and brightened with fresh fennel. Celebrate the summer months with Icelandic Skyr Cake, made with traditional thick yogurt and scattered with fresh berries; and there’s nothing better than Whole Roasted Goose with Prunes, Apples and Cinnamon to bring a feeling of hygge to your holiday table.

With helpful tips on how to select the freshest fish, preserve ingredients safely and bake the rustic bread essential to any Nordic meal, it’s easy to make these dishes your own. Though Katrín isn’t afraid to break a few rules in the name of convenience and flavor, her recipes remain rooted in the connection to nature and family that is at the heart of Nordic life.

Genres: Nonfiction, Cookbooks

192 pages, Paperback

Published April 24, 2018

Reviews

[Guðjón Tryggvason · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was excited to see this book come out as the premise promised to be very interesting, namely nordic (and Icelandic) cuisine. I was very pleased to see a creative use of traditional ingredients visualized in this stunning way, the book is really a feast for the eye. Until now I've used recipes from the book on two occasions and in both instances the results did not disappoint. the night-salted fish was superbly delicious (I've got a long standing problematic relationship with cured or salted fish products), and the clear instructions and simplicity of the preparation required was very much a plus. I will continue to explore this book and hope that the author will continue to inspire future cooking endeavors.

[Leonard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very appealing cookbook. I haven't tried any of the recipes in it yet but more than a few look quite fine. Having visited Norway not long ago I'm especially interested in the food they have there. I was on a cruise and we had great food aboard the Hurtigruten line, including lots of fish. The photographs are exquisite and the recipes clearly written and easy to follow, that is if you have access to all the ingredients such as reindeer, crowberries, or auk eggs, but most of the recipes have familiar ingredients.

[Elizabeth · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting. Nothing I would really make but the recipes were interesting.