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Creamy Mushroom Stew — traditional dish from Forest areas, Finland
Main course Vegetarian

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥360kcal
💪10gProtein
🌾15gCarbs
🥑30gFat
🌿3gFibre
⚖️250 gServing

* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.

Allergens

🥛 Dairy

Creamy Mushroom Stew

How to order / say it
Say it Sienikastike — [SEE-eh-nee-KAS-tee-keh]
Order I'd like the creamy mushroom stew, please.
Locally Haluaisin sienikastiketta, kiitos.
Say locally

A hearty stew made with wild mushrooms and cream.

Why try it?

Sienikastike showcases Finland's rich forest bounty and the culinary tradition of mushroom foraging, which is a cherished national pastime.

How it tastes

Rich and velvety with the deep, earthy flavors of wild mushrooms. Its creaminess pairs well with a hint of nutmeg, making it a warm, comforting dish especially for colder seasons.

Origin & History — first documented: 1950

Finnish foraging traditions date back centuries, though this particular dish became more prominent in the 20th century when mushroom picking was solidified in Finnish cultural norms and cuisine.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥕 200 g wild mushrooms
  • 🧄 50 g onion
  • 🥛 30 g butter
  • 🥛 200 ml heavy cream
  • 🥕 100 ml vegetable broth
  • 🧂 1 pinch nutmeg

Method

  1. 1 Sauté onions and mushrooms in butter until tender.
  2. 2 Pour in cream and simmer, stirring until thickened.
  3. 3 Add broth and a pinch of nutmeg, cook until flavors meld.
  4. 4 Serve hot with bread or potatoes.

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