Flying Jacob

Flygande jakob fardig

Flying Jacob (Swedish: Flygande Jakob) is a Swedish casserole dish that was created by Ove Jacobsson, who worked in the air freight industry, hence the name. The dish is notable for its combination of chicken, bananas, peanuts, and bacon, all baked together with cream and chili sauce.

Ingredients

The main ingredients of Flying Jacob include:

• Chicken
• Banana
• Peanuts
• Bacon
• Cream
• Chili sauce

Preparation

The preparation of Flying Jacob involves several steps: 1. Cook the chicken and cut it into pieces. 2. Place the chicken pieces in a baking dish. 3. Slice the bananas and place them on top of the chicken. 4. Whip the cream and mix it with chili sauce, then pour the mixture over the chicken and bananas. 5. Sprinkle peanuts on top. 6. Fry the bacon until crispy and crumble it over the dish. 7. Bake in the oven until the dish is heated through and the top is golden brown.

Serving

Flying Jacob is typically served with rice and a green salad. The combination of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors makes it a unique and popular dish in Sweden.

History

Flying Jacob was first published in the Swedish food magazine Allt om Mat in 1976. The dish quickly gained popularity due to its unusual combination of ingredients and ease of preparation.

Cultural Impact

Flying Jacob remains a beloved dish in Sweden and is often prepared for family gatherings and potlucks. It is considered a classic example of Swedish home cooking.

Related Pages

• Swedish cuisine
• Casserole
• Chicken dishes
• Banana
• Peanut