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From the comments, it looks like eating stinging nettles is quite common throughout Europe. It is definitely well-known in Denmark, and used in a number of reci
by spragl 11mo ago
From the comments, it looks like eating stinging nettles is quite common throughout Europe. It is definitely well-known in Denmark, and used in a number of recipes. You can buy dried and chopped stinging nettles, but they are best when you pick them fresh. The classic Danish recipe is "brændenældesuppe" (stinging nettle soup). I dont think it is as common as it used to be, as our food culture has been so americanized.
- cess11 11mo agoThey're best when picked fresh and young, i.e. easiest to collect in spring, it's kind of spinachy but with more texture. A bechamel base from butter, flour and broth or cream is all that's needed to make a good soup from chopped nettles.