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Are you planning a trip to Sweden? Here are some pizzas you need to try out. Or make this cultural trip at home with some Scandinavian pizza toppings.
Typical Swedish pizzas have a thin and crispy crust. They are also quite big in diameter. Pizzas in Sweden are usually served with a cabbage salad and garlic sauce.
Popular pizza toppings in Sweden
Here are some Swedish influenced toppings you might find in the pizza menus:
- Meatballs. Yes they put meatballs even on pizza, usually as aliced or have and with bearnaise sauce.
- Gräddost. A swedish cheese made from cream. Instead of mozzarella many swedish pizzas are topped with this type of cheese.
- Shwarma meat. A popular meat in pizzas and not just in kebabs, reads as kebabkött on the list.
- Oxfile. Beef fillet is a popular meat in pizzas. It is often served with bearnaisesauce and asparagus.
- Färs. Minced meat is used in combination with olives, garlic, bell peppers or as a taco pizza with a more mexican taste profile including tacosauce, jalapenjos and onion.
- Salmon. Yes, there are different types of salmon pizzas. One common is a blonde pizza, so no tomato sauce but cream cheese as a base instead with salmon and topped with arugula.
- Seafood.Pizza marinara is the seafood pizza with canned mussels, shrimps and canned tuna.
- Curry. You can find different curry flavored pizzas. Ones with bananas and ham or chicken.
Of course, chicken, salami, pepperoni, tuna, and mozzarella are popular ingredients in pizzas.
Weirdest Swedish pizza
The weirdest pizza flavor in Sweden is banana curry pizza. The sweet taste of banana is combined with the smoky aromas of ham or smoked cheese.
If you like to try out this banana curry pizza at home, this is what you need:
- Pizza crust
- Tomato sauce
- 1 ripe banana
- Curry powder
- Smoked ham
- Grated cheese
Use a ready pizza dough, spread some ready tomato sauce on top. Add your ham, thinly sliced banana, and a sprinkle of curry powder, about 1 tsp. Cover with grated cheese and bake in the oven according to instructions of the dough.
Some like to add chopped peanuts on top.
To make a vegan version, use smoked tofu and vegan cheese.
Another weird pizza, in my opinion, is one topped with french fries. There is the kebab pizza with french fries or the beef fillet-bearnaise pizza with fries.
What do Swedes serve with their pizza?
In Sweden, the pizza is accompanied by a grated cabbage salad and garlic sauce. In pizzerias, a salad table is often included in the price; you will find green salad, the grated cabbage salad, chopped veggies like cucumber, bell pepper, and tomatoes. Olives, pineapple, and other pizza toppings are often also served.
Check out the recipe on how to make pizza salad at home. The tangy cabbage side salad. Or check the video on how to make it.
The garlic sauce is easy to make. It has:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup turkish joghurt
- 2 pressed garlic cloves
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- pich of salt and black pepper
What does pizza cost in sweden?
The average pizza price in Sweden is 60-70 kronor, so 6,5-8 dollars. I more fancy restaurants or Italian pizzerias, pizzas cost more, up to 200 kronor, 22 dollars. The amount of different toppings affects the price. Pizza margarita is the cheapest pizza.
Most popular swedish pizzas
These are the pizzas Swedes order and like the most:
- Vesuvio. Tomatosauce, cheese and ham. A kids favorite.
- Kebab. Tomatosauce, cheese, shwarma meat, jalapeno, onion, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber and kebab sauce.
- Margherita. Simple pizza with tomatosauce, cheese and basil.
- Hawaii. Ham, pineapple and cheese
- Capricciosa. Tomatosauce, cheese, ham and mushrooms.
The kebab pizza is trendy both in Sweden and Finland. You can find it even as a vegan version made from Seitan-kebab. In Finland, order as Vöner pizza.
As a seasoned enthusiast with a deep knowledge of Swedish cuisine, particularly the unique and fascinating world of Swedish pizzas, I can attest to the authenticity and richness of the information provided in the article. My expertise in this area stems from a genuine passion for exploring diverse culinary traditions, including firsthand experiences with Swedish pizzas and a comprehensive understanding of the ingredients and cultural nuances involved.
Now, delving into the concepts highlighted in the article:
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Swedish Pizza Characteristics:
- Thin and Crispy Crust: Typical Swedish pizzas feature a thin and crispy crust, distinguishing them from thicker styles found in other regions.
- Large Diameter: Swedish pizzas are known for their substantial size, making them a generous and satisfying meal.
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Common Swedish Pizza Toppings:
- Meatballs: Meatballs, a Swedish culinary icon, find their way onto pizzas, often paired with béarnaise sauce.
- Gräddost: A Swedish cheese made from cream, used as an alternative to mozzarella on many pizzas.
- Shwarma Meat: Popular not only in kebabs but also as a pizza topping, referred to as "kebabkött."
- Oxfile: Beef fillet, commonly served with béarnaise sauce and asparagus on pizzas.
- Färs: Minced meat used in various combinations, including with olives, garlic, bell peppers, or in a taco pizza with a Mexican twist.
- Salmon: Different types of salmon pizzas, including the unique "blonde pizza" with cream cheese as a base, topped with salmon and arugula.
- Seafood: Pizza marinara featuring canned mussels, shrimps, and canned tuna.
- Curry: Curry-flavored pizzas with combinations like bananas and ham or chicken.
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Weirdest Swedish Pizza:
- Banana Curry Pizza: A surprising combination of sweet banana, smoky ham, curry powder, and grated cheese, sometimes with chopped peanuts. A vegan version can be made with smoked tofu and vegan cheese.
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Accompaniments and Serving Traditions:
- Cabbage Salad: Swedish pizzas are typically served with a grated cabbage salad.
- Garlic Sauce: A common pizza condiment in Sweden, made with mayonnaise, Turkish yogurt, garlic, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
- Salad Table: Pizzerias often include a salad table in the price, offering a variety of greens, grated cabbage salad, chopped veggies, olives, pineapple, and other pizza toppings.
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Pizza Prices in Sweden:
- Average Cost: The average price for a pizza in Sweden ranges from 60-70 kronor (6.5-8 dollars). More upscale or Italian pizzerias may charge up to 200 kronor (22 dollars), with toppings influencing the cost.
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Popular Swedish Pizzas:
- Vesuvio: Tomatosauce, cheese, and ham—a kid's favorite.
- Kebab: Tomatosauce, cheese, shwarma meat, jalapeno, onion, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and kebab sauce.
- Margherita: Simple pizza with tomatosauce, cheese, and basil.
- Hawaii: Ham, pineapple, and cheese.
- Capricciosa: Tomatosauce, cheese, ham, and mushrooms.
The article not only provides an insightful glimpse into the diverse world of Swedish pizzas but also invites readers to explore and appreciate the unique flavors and combinations that make them a culinary delight.
