Cultured Palate: Dishes from Germany
| October 18, 2017
Kaiserschmarrn
Kaiserschmarrn is a delicious dessert that recalls the time when the Habsburg monarchy ruled over Germany. This dish, which in English translates as “Emperor’s mess,” was originally prepared for the Emperor Franz Joseph I, who enjoyed it so much that he finished his wife’s portion as well.
The mythology surrounding Franz Joseph and his wife, the beautiful Empress Elisabeth, is partially why this dish is so popular, along with being delicious. It is made of sautéed pieces of caramelized pancake that are then dipped into a sauce or fruit compote.
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