Danish Brewmaster's Beer Stew Bryggerens Pilsnergryde Recipe

Uncover a taste of 19th-century Denmark with this historic beer stew recipe! Dating back to 1870-1880, this hearty dish traditionally used smoked fat, but we've adapted it for modern kitchens with bacon and Worcestershire sauce. Rich, savory, and surprisingly easy to make, this Pilsnergryde is perfect for a cozy night in. Enjoy a piece of culinary history!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 525.5 kcal
Protein 57g
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Ingredients for Danish Brewmaster's Beer Stew Bryggerens Pilsnergryde

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How to Make Danish Brewmaster's Beer Stew Bryggerens Pilsnergryde

  1. Dice 150g bacon into 1cm cubes. Peel and thinly slice 500g potatoes.
  2. Melt 50g butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp brown sugar and stir until dissolved.
  3. Add the diced bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Add the sliced potatoes, 500ml Pilsner beer (or similar lager), 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, and 100ml water. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Add 2 bay leaves, 5 juniper berries, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp black pepper. Stir.
  6. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  7. Remove bay leaves and juniper berries. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce as needed.
  8. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

69 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

60g

Carbs

8g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Danish Brewmaster's Beer Stew Bryggerens Pilsnergryde?

Danish Brewmaster's Beer Stew Bryggerens Pilsnergryde takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Danish Brewmaster's Beer Stew Bryggerens Pilsnergryde?

Danish Brewmaster's Beer Stew Bryggerens Pilsnergryde has approximately 525.5 calories per serving, with about 57 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 51 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Danish Brewmaster's Beer Stew Bryggerens Pilsnergryde?

The key ingredients for Danish Brewmaster's Beer Stew Bryggerens Pilsnergryde are Smoked Bacon, Potato, Butter, Worcestershire Sauce, Beer, Granulated Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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