Labskaus (Germany)

An authentic recipe for traditional German Labskaus, highlighting its unique combination of savory meat, potatoes, beets, and classic maritime garnishes.

Level Medium Prep 20 min Cook 30 min Servings 4 Score 4.8/10

Ready in

50 min

Makes 4 servings

Prep 20m

Cook 30m

Level Medium

About this recipe

An authentic recipe for traditional German Labskaus, highlighting its unique combination of savory meat, potatoes, beets, and classic maritime garnishes.

A classic Northern German comfort food featuring a hearty mash of corned beef, potatoes, and beets.

Instructions

Boil the peeled and quartered potatoes in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes, then drain.
Melt butter in a pan and gently sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent.
Add the chopped corned beef and beef broth to the onions, warming through for a few minutes.
Mash the cooked potatoes together with the beef mixture, diced pickled beets, and chopped gherkins until well combined but still retaining some rustic texture.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, keeping the mixture warm.
In a separate pan, fry the eggs sunny-side up.
Serve the Labskaus warm, topped with a fried egg, alongside rollmops, extra pickled beets, and gherkins.

Nutrition

Calories 450

Protein 24g

Carbs 42g

Fat 20g

Fiber 5g

Sugar 6g

Sodium 850mg

Serving Size 1 serving

Cooking Timeline

Prep 20 min

Cook 30 min

Total 50 min

Recipe Scorecard

Overall 9.0 /10

Expert 4.8 95% conf.

Taste 9.2
Presentation 8.8
Nutrition 8.0
Value 9.0
Instructions 9.2
Ingredients 9.0
Time Accuracy 9.0
Difficulty 8.5
Would Make Again 8.8

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

A deeply comforting and historic Northern German nautical dish packed with savory flavors and vibrant colors.

Pros

Rich maritime heritage
Hearty and filling
Unique flavor combinations

Cons

Distinctive appearance may require an open mind

Overview

A classic Northern German comfort food featuring a hearty mash of corned beef, potatoes, and beets.

AI Insights

Summary

An authentic recipe for traditional German Labskaus, highlighting its unique combination of savory meat, potatoes, beets, and classic maritime garnishes.

Tips

Do not puree the mixture completely; a rustic, chunky mash provides the best traditional texture
Adjust the amount of pickled beets to achieve a vibrant pink color
Serve piping hot with a cold beer or traditional German schnapps