Kräftor - River Crayfish

- River Crayfish Earlier crayfish was abundant in most Swedish fresh waters. However, beginning in early 20th century a

SwedishChickenEasy10 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 10 - 20 river crayfishes per person (alive!)
  • plenty of dill (best is to use the inflorescences, if not available dill sprigs will do)
  • enough water to cover the crayfishes
  • 2 tablespoons of salt per liter of water

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring the water, the salt and half of the dill to a boil.

  2. 2

    Add the crayfishes, 10 at a time and let the water come to a boil between the successive additions.

  3. 3

    Add the other half of the dill, cover and let boil for 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Leave the crayfishes to cool overnight in the refrigerator, submerged in the brine.

  5. 5

    When ready to serve, pour off the brine and remove the soggy dill.

  6. 6

    Arrange the crayfish on a platter and garnish with dill inflorescences.

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