Grønn Ertestuing - Norwegian Creamed Peas

Name: Grønn Ertestuing - Norwegian Creamed Peas
Prep time: 24 h
Cook time: 2 h 10 min
Total time: 26 h 10 min
Yield: 2-4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 cups dried peas; 1 quart water; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons flour; 2 teaspoons salt (or more); 1 teaspoon sugar

⏱ 1570 mins 🍽 2-4 serving(s) 🏷 Norwegian

This traditional Norwegian dish, known as Grønn Ertestuing, is a classic example of economical and comforting food. Dried peas are soaked and simmered until tender, then enriched with a simple butter and flour roux before being seasoned. The result is a creamy, savoury side dish that pairs wonderfully with meatballs or lutefisk. The recipe allows for the optional addition of a carrot for natural sweetness. It yields enough for 2 to 4 people.

Ingredients

2 cups dried peas
1 quart water
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
2 teaspoons salt (or more)
1 teaspoon sugar

Method

Rinse the dried peas thoroughly, checking for any debris.
Submerge the peas in a quart of water and leave to soak overnight somewhere cool.
Simmer the peas in their soaking liquid for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Combine the butter and flour, then stir this mixture into the peas and cook for a further 10 minutes.
Season the peas with 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of sugar, adjusting to your preference.
As an optional step, you can include a peeled or diced carrot for the final 1/2 hour of cooking.
Note that adding a carrot means the sugar can be omitted.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium2516000 mg

Recipe details

CategoryNorwegian

AuthorBaby Kato