Regional specialties

Potjevleesch

A cold preparation of mixed meats set in a savory jelly.

Cold potjevleesch served with fries and salad.
Cold potjevleesch served with fries and salad.Photo: Pierre André LeclercqCC BY-SA 4.0Potjevleesch in Malo-les-Bains

Say it: potch-vuh-LESH (approximate English pronunciation)

Potjevleesch combines several meats in a jelly and is served cold. Chicken, rabbit, pork and veal appear in familiar Flemish versions, though the combination varies. Fries provide a warm contrast to the chilled preparation. Its presentation makes it different from a hot stew or a smooth pâté, so read the meat list before ordering.

Names to look for on menus

potjevleesch, potje vleesch, potjevlesch

Explore its regional connections: Hauts-de-France

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Written by Eat French.Food. Reference check: 2026-10-12. Pronunciations are approximate guides for English speakers.