Experience the charm of a Swedish crayfish party with this authentic recipe. The traditional brine, enriched with dill and dark beer, gives the crayfish a unique and delightful flavor. Perfect for gatherings with friends, this dish encapsulates the spirit and taste of Swedish culture.

Ingredients

🦞 6 kg live crayfish
💧 6 liters water
🌿 A large bunch of fresh dill crowns with yellow flowers
🍺 1 can dark beer, Guinness or Porter
🍬 6 sugar cubes
🧂 225 g coarse salt or mill salt

Instructions

1- Prepare the Crayfish:

• Rinse the live crayfish thoroughly.
• Sort them by size to ensure even cooking.

2- Prepare the Brine:

• Fill a large stainless steel pot with 6 liters of water.
• Add a generous bunch of fresh dill crowns into the pot.

3- Add Flavor Elements:

• Pour one can of dark beer into the water.
• Add 6 sugar cubes and 225 g of coarse or mill salt to the pot.

4- Develop the Brine:

• Bring the liquid to a rolling boil and let it cook for 5 minutes.
• Ensure the liquid is boiling vigorously.

5- Cook the Crayfish:

• Carefully introduce the live crayfish into the boiling liquid.
• Quickly cover the pot with a lid to maintain the boil.

6- Timing and Removal:

• Once boiling resumes, set a timer for 5 minutes.
• After 5 minutes, remove the crayfish using tongs.

7- Flavor Infusion:

• Place crayfish into clean containers.
• Layer fresh dill crowns between layers of crayfish for added flavor.

8- Cool the Crayfish:

• Pour hot cooking broth over the crayfish in the containers.
• Allow the crayfish and broth to cool completely before sealing or serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes + cooling time
Servings: About 10-15 servings, depending on appetite
Equipment: Large stainless steel pot, Bosch induction hob (Model not specified), Kitchen scissors, Spoon/ladle, Digital timer, Tongs, Food storage containers with lids, Bosch TAT6A11 toaster visible in the background, Philips Daily Collection blender visible in the background

Cooking Tips:

• Rinse and sort crayfish by size for uniform cooking.
• Fresh dill crowns add aroma and flavor; layer them with cooked crayfish.
• Cooling crayfish and broth together before serving enhances flavor penetration.

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Swedish Crayfish Party