6 Dutch Foods To Try in Amsterdam
1. Stroopwafel
Stroopwafel is a wafer cookie made from two thin layers of baked dough joined by a caramel filling and is one of Amsterdam’s most popular treats. Originating in the city of Gouda either during the late 18th century or the early 19th century by bakers re-purposing scraps and crumbs by sweetening them with syrup, its popularity has since spread to cities throughout the Netherlands.
It has become so popular that some bakers have put their own twist on the classic treat by adding marshmallows, M&M, and other candies on top. The bakery Van Wonderen is best known for its stroopwafel creations however I enjoy the original which is already really sweet.
The most popular place for a classic stroopwafel is Original Stroopwafels which are freshly baked daily and can be found at the Albert Cuypt Market. If you don’t already know about the market, I recommend my post 10 things you must do in Amsterdam. It’s a fantastic Market where you’ll be able to try 5 out of the 6 foods on this list.
2. poffertjes
Poffertjes are a traditional Dutch batter treat resembling small, fluffy pancakes, made with yeast and buckwheat flour they have a light, spongy texture. Typically, poffertjes are a sweet treat, served with powdered sugar or sometimes syrup which means they’re great in the morning, afternoon, or anytime really.
3. Kibbeling
Kibbeling is a Dutch snack consisting of battered pieces of fish, commonly served with a mayonnaise-based garlic sauce or tartar sauce. In the nineteenth century, it denoted the salted waste of the codfish, which was an important part of the popular diet. For this tasty dish, I recommend Vispaleis J.C van Gemert en Zn which is located in the Albert Cuypt Market.
4.Herring
This is an Amsterdam street food delicacy that I’ll leave for the “bold” eaters. Traditionally, herring which is a prey fish or bait fish is eaten by grabbing it by the tail, tilting one’s head back, and gently lowering the fish and taking bites. It can be debated that herring is enjoyed raw as the only source of “cooking” is sitting submerged in salt so technically it’s gone through a curing process. Either way, if you find yourself in Amsterdam sans a weak stomach, I recommend giving this delicacy a try!
5.FRIET & MAYO
Friet also known as Dutch french fries are typically served with mayo and is what sets them apart from others. Manneken Pis Amsterdam is known around the city as “the place” to order great friet. If you’re like me and not a fan of mayonnaise, they offer 22 different sauces so there’s a sauce for any craving. Personally, I thought the fries were delicious on their own and would have preferred them without the sauce which was an extra charge, and instead just the seasoning salt which I added free at the counter.
6.Bitterballen
Bitterballen are a Dutch meat-based snack, made by making a very thick stew thickened with roux and beef stock and generously loaded with meat, refrigerating the stew until it firms, and then rolling the thick mixture into balls which then get breaded and fried. Often served with a sauce, it makes for a great mid-day snack.
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