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.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the rutabagas, then cut them into 1/2-inch cubes. Rinse them under cold water and set them aside.

Step 2

In a large, heavy skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat until it starts to foam.

Step 3

Add the diced rutabagas to the skillet. Stir to coat them in the melted butter.

Step 4

Sprinkle the sugar over the rutabagas. Stir frequently to ensure the sugar distributes evenly and begin to caramelize slightly.

Step 5

Season the rutabagas with salt and black pepper. Stir again to evenly coat.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt and pepper to your preference.

Step 9

Transfer the browned rutabagas to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish to accompany roasted meats, fish, or other traditional Finnish dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1008.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	586.4

Total Fat 36.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 98.7mg	0%
Sodium 2740.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 36.0g
Protein 8.2g	0%

Vitamin D 6.7IU	0%
Calcium 276.5mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 1879.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 41.8%