Finnish Browned Rutabagas Paistetut Lantut Finland
Elevate your side dish game with Finnish Browned Rutabagas, or Paistetut Lantut, a classic comfort food from Finland that transforms humble rutabagas into caramelized golden perfection. This recipe combines earthy, lightly sweet rutabaga cubes with the rich indulgence of butter, a touch of sugar, and a hint of peppery spice, all simmered to tenderness and finished with an irresistibly crispy golden-brown crust. Perfect as a versatile side dish for roasted meats, fish, or hearty winter meals, this Nordic-inspired delight is easy to prepare in just 40 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, it's a delicious way to embrace the charm of Finnish cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups rutabagas (peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the rutabagas, then cut them into 1/2-inch cubes. Rinse them under cold water and set them aside.
In a large, heavy skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat until it starts to foam.
Add the diced rutabagas to the skillet. Stir to coat them in the melted butter.
Sprinkle the sugar over the rutabagas. Stir frequently to ensure the sugar distributes evenly and begin to caramelize slightly.
Season the rutabagas with salt and black pepper. Stir again to evenly coat.
Pour in the water and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the rutabagas cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender when pierced with a fork and most of the water has evaporated.
Once the water has evaporated, remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high to allow the rutabagas to brown. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, but allow a golden crust to form on some of the pieces for added flavor.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt and pepper to your preference.
Transfer the browned rutabagas to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve warm as a side dish to accompany roasted meats, fish, or other traditional Finnish dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
586 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2741 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1880 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
