Traditional Finnish Karjalan Pies Recipe

Karjalan Pies are a beloved Finnish pastry filled with a creamy rice porridge and topped with egg butter. This recipe stays true to its roots and is sure to transport you to the cozy kitchens of Finland.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of short-grain rice
• 2 cups of water
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 2 cups of milk
• 1/4 cup of heavy cream
• 1/4 cup of butter
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup of flour
• 1/4 cup of melted butter
• 1/2 cup of milk
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. In a saucepan, combine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until rice is cooked and creamy.
2. Stir in milk, heavy cream, and butter. Cook over low heat until mixture thickens. Let cool.
3. In a bowl, whisk egg and flour until smooth. Slowly add in melted butter and milk to create a thin batter.
4. Spread rice filling onto rolled-out dough circles. Fold edges to create a border.
5. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Serve with a dollop of egg butter and enjoy!

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