Raggmunk

Raggmunk is a traditional Swedish pancake made primarily from grated raw potatoes. The batter is typically prepared by mixing grated potatoes with flour, milk, eggs, and salt. Some recipes include a small amount of potato starch or cream to adjust the texture. The mixture is then spooned into a hot, lightly oiled skillet and fried until the pancakes are golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside.

The resulting raggmunk are thick, pancake-like rounds with crisp edges and a distinctive potato flavor. They are commonly cooked in butter or pork fat to achieve additional browning and aroma.

Raggmunk are traditionally served with savory and sweet accompaniments. A classic pairing is crispy fried bacon and lingonberry jam, sometimes with a dollop of sour cream or applesauce on the side. The combination of savory, tart, and slightly sweet contrasts is characteristic of the dish.

Origin and context: Raggmunk is part of Swedish home cooking and is widely recognized as a comforting, hearty everyday food. It belongs to a family of potato-based pan-fried dishes found in Nordic and Northern European cuisines. Variations exist in home kitchens, but the core elements are raw grated potatoes, flour, eggs, and milk, formed into pancakes and fried.