Dutch Food – Toine’s Kitchen

Oud Hollandse Pepernoten: Traditional Dutch Spiced Bites for the Sinterklaas Season

This recipe for Oud Hollandse Pepernoten brings the cozy flavors of a Dutch Sinterklaas celebration right into your kitchen. These traditional spiced bites are made with rye flour, honey, and a fragrant blend of speculaaskruiden and anise, giving them a warm, slightly chewy texture that’s perfect for the holiday season. Unlike the old-fashioned method, which can take several days, this recipe is a quick and easy version that allows you to enjoy fresh pepernoten in just a few hours. Perfect for surprising little ones or adding a festive touch to any winter gathering!

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Boerenkool Stamppot – Dutch Kale and Potato Mash with Smoked Sausage

Boerenkool Stamppot, a traditional Dutch dish, combines mashed potatoes and kale, symbolizing the Netherlands’ agrarian heritage. Known as “farmer’s kale,” it serves as a winter staple, offering warmth and nourishment during cold months. Often paired with smoked sausage and bacon, its roots lie in local ingredients, making it a significant part of Dutch culinary culture.

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How to Make Dutch Advocaat – A Creamy Egg Cocktail

Advocaat is a traditional Dutch liqueur made from egg yolks, sugar, and brandy, known for its thick, custard-like texture. The drink evokes nostalgia for family gatherings in the Netherlands. Its origins are debated, possibly linked to Caribbean drinks or Dutch lawyers seeking throat relief, but it remains a festive favorite.

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Amandelbroodjes: A Classic Dutch Almond Pastry

Amandelbroodjes are a delightful almond pastry that you’ll often find in bakeries throughout the Netherlands. They’re like a sweet twist on the beloved saucijzenbroodje, filled with flavorful almond paste instead of sausage, making them somewhat of a cousin to the banketbakkerstaaf, especially popular around the holidays. There isn’t much documented history on the origins of

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How to Make the Perfect Mexicano: A Crispy, Spicy Dutch Snack with a Smoky Twist

Looking to recreate the iconic Dutch snack, the Mexicano, with a smoky twist? This crispy, flavorful treat was first crafted in 1984 for the World Cup qualifiers in Mexico, even though the Dutch team didn’t make it. Known by other names like Carrero, Chileno, Belcanto, and Ribburger, this spicy, ribbed meat stick is beloved for its rich, savory taste and crispy texture. Whether topped with peanut sauce, chili sauce, or enjoyed as is, this recipe takes it up a notch by smoking the meat before frying it for an extra layer of flavor.

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