Top 3 Luxembourg Freshwater Fish Dishes

One of the traditional fish specialties of Luxembourgish cuisine, friture de la Moselle consists of various species of small fish that are battered and fried until golden and crispy. The fish are traditionally sourced from the Moselle river. After seasoning the fish with salt and pepper, they are first soaked in lemon juice, then coated with a batter of flour and eggs, and finally deep-fried. Friture de la Moselle are typically served only with lemon wedges on the side, and the traditional way of eating the fish is by using one’s fingers. Accompanying the small fried fish with a side of fries and a glass of fine Luxembourg Riesling is another great way to enjoy this fish delicacy. Expand

Hiecht mat kraiderzooss is a fish specialty hailing from Luxembourg. The dish consists of poached pike finished with a green sauce that is flavored with a splash of Riesling wine. Cleaned and scaled fish is first cooked in a stock of vegetables and herbs such as carrots, onions, celery, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Once the fish is done, it is placed on a serving platter and covered with a sauce made by combining the stock with sorrel, chervil, cream, parsley, chives, salt, and pepper. This fish delicacy is usually served as an entrée, while typical accompaniments include boiled potatoes, a green salad, and a glass of fine Luxembourg Riesling wine.Expand

F’rell am rèisleck is a traditional fish specialty hailing from Luxembourg, consisting of freshwater trout smothered in a creamy Riesling wine sauce. After the fish has been fried in melted butter, it is covered with a mixture of Riesling wine, crème fraiche, shallots, and spices and herbs such as chervil, tarragon, chives, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper, before it is baked. Tender, succulent trout drenched in creamy wine sauce is typically enjoyed as a main course with a side of potato fritters or steamed potatoes and garnished with freshly chopped parsley on top. Trout-based delicacies are available in most fine-dining restaurants in Luxembourg.Expand