Dutch – KinFolk Recipes

Pork belly/Speklapjes

Speklapjes are a traditional Dutch dish made from thinly sliced pork belly. The name “speklapjes” comes for the Dutch word “spek”, meaning bacon or pork belly, and “lapjes” meaning slices or pieces.

Speklapjes are commonly served as a main course with side dishes such as boiled potatoes, vegetables and applesauce, They are also popular for barbecues and outdoor grilling. This dish is loved for it’s rich, savory flavor and satisfying texture. And it’s a staple in Dutch Cuisine, often enjoyed by both locals and visitors alike.

Dutch Salad

This is one of my mothers dishes a simple Dutch Salad. Salad with a homemade salad dressing.

Dutch Whole Wheat Bread

I don’t know about you, but I don’t like bread that sticks to the roof of my mouth. I have tried many recipes and this recipe from Toine is the closest to the bread I was used to. I didn’t have to change anything to his recipe. If you like to watch the video instead of the pictures I post here, you can watch the video on Toine’s Kitchen.

Wentelteefje

‘Wentelteefjes’ literally translated in English is ‘Turning Bitches’. Where does the name come from and what are they called elsewhere? The old Dutch word ‘ Wentelteefjes ‘ can indeed be traced back. ‘Wentel’ comes from the word ‘turn around’, so to turn around. ‘Teefje’ is a word that used to be used as the predecessor of the word ‘pastry’

Bowl

Bowl is a rich fruit-filled drink that was often served in the Netherlands at parties in a large glass bowl. When I grew up in the 70’s I remember that we always had some kind of “bowl” at the adult birthday parties. The one my mom used to make was without alcohol, so all of us could enjoy it.