Swedish Crayfish Party Platter (Svensk kräftskiva fat)

Svensk kräftskiva, or Swedish crayfish party, is a beloved tradition in Sweden, where friends and family gather to feast on delicious crayfish. This Svensk kräftskiva fat (Swedish Crayfish Party Platter) recipe will guide you through creating a delightful platter for your own crayfish party.

Swedish Crayfish Party Platter (Svensk kräftskiva fat)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs fresh crayfish
  • 1 cup coarse salt
  • 1 bunch fresh dill
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 1 loaf of crusty bread
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 bottle of aquavit
  • 4-6 small potatoes

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil.
  2. Add the coarse salt and fresh dill to the boiling water.
  3. Cook the crayfish in the boiling water for about 5 minutes, until they turn bright red.
  4. While the crayfish are cooking, boil the potatoes in a separate pot until tender.
  5. Melt the butter in a small saucepan.
  6. Arrange the cooked crayfish, boiled potatoes, sliced lemon, and crusty bread on a large platter.
  7. Serve the platter with the melted butter and aquavit.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Small saucepan Platter

Tools

Knife Cutting board Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Svensk kräftskiva fat as the centerpiece of your crayfish party, accompanied by aquavit and lively conversation.

Tips & tricks

Remember to provide plenty of napkins and crayfish-eating tools for your guests to enjoy the messy, delicious feast!

Cost

$40