If you’re thinking about taking a break from the Red Light District (and the..ahem…things you can do there), try these Dutch foods.
Bitterballen
It's important to note that 'bitterballen' should not be literally translated, as they would translate to 'bitter balls', which is incorrect, obviously, because who would eat balls that taste bitter. After you're done giggling because the food has the word 'balls' in it, you'll probably like them more than the content would make you believe.
The bitterbal can be described as containing a mixture of minced beef or veal, beef broth and added spices, resulting in a ragout. The outside is battered in breadcrumbs. The combination makes it tastes great, especially when dipped in mayonaise or mustard, but don't eat mustard because no.
Ontbijtkoek
Ontbijtkoek can be literally translated to 'breakfast cake', but you shouldn't, because you shouldn't translate anything literally. It's not actually considered a cake, even though it looks like one. It's made with rye, cinnamon and ginger, among other things. It's often spreaded with butter and ...IT CONTAINS NO FAT!!! In your face, other...fatty...breakfasts.
Kibbeling
Kibbeling are pieces of white fish (cod) dipped in batter, then deepfried. They are often eaten at markets and topped with herbs, onions and a bit of lemon juice. Pieces of kibbeling always get stuck between your teeth, which is good, because you can still taste the fish hours after having them. Unlike the better known but horrendously tasting raw herring, kibbeling is something you need to try at least once.
Via diepvriesman.nl
Vlaai
Vlaaien are pies or tarts consisting of a type of pastry and filling. There are hundreds of types of vlaaien and almost every one tastes great. They are often topped with fruit, nuts or powdered sugar (or a combination) and more often than not come with a clot of whipped cream. They are never healthy and often eaten at birthdays, lightening up moods because that's what people come for, obviously.
Via alphens.nl
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