Faroese Vignarola with Local Vegetables and Smoked Lamb

Ingredients

In the Faroese version of Vignarola, we incorporate local Faroese vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, turnips, and cabbage, which are readily available in the region. Additionally, we enhance the dish by adding smoked lamb, which adds a unique smoky flavor and richness to the overall taste profile. We alse have the original recipe for Vignarola, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) potatoes, peeled and diced 500g (1.1 lb) potatoes, peeled and diced
• 300g (10.6 oz) carrots, peeled and sliced 300g (10.6 oz) carrots, peeled and sliced
• 200g (7 oz) turnips, peeled and diced 200g (7 oz) turnips, peeled and diced
• 200g (7 oz) cabbage, shredded 200g (7 oz) cabbage, shredded
• 300g (10.6 oz) smoked lamb, diced 300g (10.6 oz) smoked lamb, diced
• 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 6g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 8g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
2. 2.
   Add the diced smoked lamb to the pot and cook until browned.
3. 3.
   Add the potatoes, carrots, turnips, and cabbage to the pot. Stir well to combine.
4. 4.
   Sprinkle the dried thyme over the vegetables and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5.
   Cover the pot and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. 6.
   Serve the Faroese Vignarola hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Smoked lamb — If you can't find smoked lamb, you can substitute it with smoked mutton or smoked bacon for a similar smoky flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a vegetarian version, you can omit the smoked lamb and add smoked tofu or smoked tempeh for a smoky flavor.
• Feel free to add other seasonal vegetables to the dish, such as leeks or kale, to enhance the flavors and textures.
• Serve the Faroese Vignarola with freshly baked bread or Faroese flatbread for a complete meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Faroese Vignarola as a main course, accompanied by a side of freshly baked bread or Faroese flatbread. Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or dill, for added freshness and visual appeal.

Presentation advice

Present the Faroese Vignarola in a deep serving dish, allowing the vibrant colors of the vegetables and the smoky lamb to shine through. Sprinkle some fresh herbs on top for an extra pop of color.