Torkarebl
Torkarebl is a traditional Liechtensteiner dish made from a mixture of corn flour, salt, milk, and water. It has a consistency between a dumpling and porridge and is typically served with elderberry jam and a cup of coffee or milk.
🧂 Ingredients
- 200 g Corn flour
- 500 ml Milk
- 250 ml Water
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Butter
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a saucepan, combine corn flour, milk, water, and salt. Stir well to form a smooth mixture.
💡 Tip: Ensure there are no lumps of corn flour. - 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
- 3
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until it reaches a thick, porridge-like consistency.
💡 Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. - 4
Melt the butter in a separate frying pan over medium heat.
- 5
Add the cooked cornmeal mixture to the hot butter. Stir and toast the mixture, breaking it up into small, crumbly pieces, until it is golden brown and slightly crispy.
💡 Tip: Be careful not to burn the cornmeal. - 6
Serve hot, traditionally accompanied by elderberry jam and a cup of coffee or milk.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓The consistency should be between a thick porridge and a soft dumpling.
- ✓Toast the mixture well to develop a nutty flavor and slightly crispy texture.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Serve with apple sauce or other fruit compotes.
- A sprinkle of sugar can be added for a sweeter dish.