Description
Delight in the authentic flavors of Finnish Karjalanpiirakka (Karelian Pasties) with this easy recipe that takes you to the heart of Finland.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup short-grain rice (Can substitute with Arborio rice for different texture.)
- 2 cups whole milk (Can replace with dairy-free milk.)
- 1 teaspoon salt (Adjust according to taste.)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (Optional for creaminess.)
- 2 cups fine rye flour (No substitutes recommended.)
- 1 cup plain white flour (Can swap for gluten-free flour.)
- 1 cup cold water (Use as needed for consistency.)
- 2 hard-boiled eggs (Can substitute with silken tofu for a vegan option.)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (A vegan butter alternative works too.)
- 1 pinch salt (Adjust to taste.)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium saucepan, combine short-grain rice and whole milk. Simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture is creamy and thick. Season with salt and butter to taste, then allow to cool.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together fine rye flour, plain white flour, and salt. Gradually add cold water, kneading the dough until it’s pliable and smooth. Divide the dough into 12 pieces and cover with a damp towel.
- Shape the Pastries: Roll each piece of dough into an oval shape. Spoon a generous amount of the rice filling into the center, pinching and crimping the edges to create a decorative wave.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 275°C. Place a baking stone or sheet inside to heat up. Arrange the shaped pastries on the hot surface and bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly browned.
- Prepare Munavoi: While the pastries are baking, mash the hard-boiled eggs with softened butter and salt until creamy for spreading.
- Serve: Brush warm pastries with melted butter, top with munavoi, and serve alongside coffee or pickled cucumbers.
Notes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Finnish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Karjalanpiirakka, Karelian Pasties, Finnish Pastries