Explore Finnish food one dish at a time. Recipes vary, so check the ingredients of the product or restaurant serving you choose.
Lohikeitto: salmon soup
Familiar versions combine salmon, potatoes, vegetables, cream and dill. There is no single recipe used in every kitchen.
Karjalanpiirakka: Karelian pies
A thin rye crust often surrounds a rice-porridge filling. Egg butter is a familiar accompaniment. Read our first-taste guide to Karelian pies.
Korvapuusti: cinnamon buns
This cinnamon-flavoured bun belongs to Finland’s baking tradition; the dough may also include cardamom.
Leipäjuusto: bread cheese
Leipäjuusto is a mild baked cheese with a browned surface. Cloudberry jam is one way to serve it.
Choose for your needs
Ask staff or read the package for ingredients and allergens. A dish’s name or appearance does not guarantee a particular recipe. Start with a small portion and explore Finnish rye bread too.
Sources: Visit Finland’s food guide and thisisFINLAND on baking traditions.
