Swedish Sausage Stroganoff

 

 

 

This Swedish sausage stroganoff is one of my most popular recipes. It’s also one of the simplest. If you are looking for a quick, weekday meal that will please the whole family, look no further.

Made with cupboard staples, it is easily adaptable, and takes less than an hour to get it on the table.

 

 

 

My Swedish sausage stroganoff

What is falukorv?

What else can I use instead of falukorv?

What can I serve with this stroganoff?

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My Swedish sausage stroganoff

This Swedish sausage stroganoff is a simple, filling and delicious midweek dinner for the whole family.

Although this is entitled stroganoff, please don’t confuse it with the classic dish, beef stroganoff. It’s nothing like it. There are no mushrooms, for starters. Sausage stroganoff is a traditional Swedish dish, unique in its own right, made with everyday ingredients. 

The Swedes love their sausage (korv). I thought us Brits were a bit partial to a banger, but the Scandinavians leave us trailing way behind. You can find every kind of sausage, but two of the most common are varmkorv (which directly translates as hot dog) and falukorv, which is often used to make korv stroganoff. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What is falukorv?

Falukorv has had roots in Swedish history as far back as the 16th century and is used in a variety of different dishes. It also has protected EU & UK status, too. This means that very strict restrictions apply on what can actually be referred to as falukorv. These include the ingredients, size, and even fat content. 

Falukorv is a large, often horseshoe shaped, smoked sausage (although the shape can vary). It is already cooked, so can be eaten straight out of the packet. It is pale in colour, and quite frankly, rather unappetizing to look at. 

The first time I ever saw falukorv on my plate, I nearly died. I am not a great sausage lover and to be honest here, wasn’t expecting a great deal. However, when roasted up with onions, ketchup and mustard, and served with oodles of mash, or soaked in creamy sauce, it’s amazing. Truly. 

If you are outside of Sweden, the good news is that you can buy the wonder smoked sausage from ScandiKitchen (UK) and Scandinavian Food Store (US).

 

 

What else can I use instead of falukorv?

If you don’t have access to this particular smoked sausage, don’t worry, you’ve got options.

Any mild, lightly smoked sausage works well here. You could try a thick hot dog-style sausage, Polish sausage, or even a good quality frankfurter. If you prefer something spicier, chorizo or kabanos would add a punch of flavour. Although, changing the sausage will mean that it is no longer strictly Swedish. But, to be honest, the sauce is so delicious, it won’t matter what you use in it.

Since first writing this post, I’ve become a vegetarian, and you can make a lovely vegetarian version with chunky pieces of onion and peppers, or turn it into a mushroom stroganoff. A mix of chestnut and button mushrooms gives a wonderful depth of flavour, and veggie sausages work well too if you still want that traditional “korv” element.

 

 

 

 

What can I serve with Swedish sausage stroganoff?

There’s no strict rule about what to serve with Swedish sausage stroganoff, and that’s part of the charm. The sauce is rich and comforting, so it pairs beautifully with anything that can soak it up.

Rice is a classic choice, as it soaks up every bit of sauce, but pasta works just as well, especially short shapes like penne or fusilli. Boiled or mashed potatoes are also popular, and if you have leftover mash, it makes a particularly cosy meal. I’ve even served it alongside a simple cheese and potato pie.

And of course, a hunk of crusty bread or a soft dinner roll on the side is perfect for mopping up whatever’s left on the plate. A crisp green salad or some lightly steamed vegetables also balance out the richness nicely.