Stekt fisk, agurksalat, lefse and vegetables (Norway)

Stekt fisk, which simply means “fried fish,” is a beloved Norwegian classic featuring white fish like cod. The fish is lightly dusted with seasoned flour and pan-fried in a bit of oil until golden and crispy. It’s straightforward but utterly satisfying. Agurksalat, or cucumber salad, might seem like an unusual partner for fried fish, but …

Snert and/or erwtensoep (Netherland)

I included both dish names in the title because, despite my best efforts, I’m still unclear on whether there’s a real difference between them. From what I’ve gathered, both refer to a hearty pea soup popular in the winter months, but with a class twist: snert is the rustic, humble version made by rural, working-class …