Vegan Karjalanpaisti

Discover the comforting flavors of traditional Finnish cuisine with a plant-based twist in this Vegan Karjalanpaisti! This hearty vegan version of the classic Karelian stew combines tender chunks of soy protein with vibrant root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, and potatoes, all slowly simmered in a fragrant broth infused with thyme, allspice, and bay leaves. Earthy mushrooms add depth, while fresh parsley lends a bright, herby finish to this rich and satisfying dish. Perfect for cozy evenings, this one-pot wonder is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, requiring just 20 minutes of prep time. Serve this veganized Nordic classic as a warming dinner, paired with crusty bread or alongside a crisp green salad for a complete, wholesome meal. Vegan Karjalanpaisti is your new go-to for comfort food that’s both nostalgic and modern!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large, diced Onion
• 3 large, sliced Carrots
• 2 large, sliced Parsnips
• 300 grams, quartered Mushrooms
• 500 grams, peeled and cubed Potatoes
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 liter Vegetable broth
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon, dried Thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon, ground Allspice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 100 grams Dried soy protein chunks
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in sliced carrots, parsnips, and quartered mushrooms. Sauté for another 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and add bay leaves, thyme, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 6

Bring the stew to a simmer. Add the potatoes and soy protein chunks.

Step 7

Cover and simmer for 70-80 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and flavors meld.

Step 8

Remove bay leaves. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2421.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1954.3

Total Fat 50.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.7g
Cholesterol 5.2mg	0%
Sodium 5436.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 295.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.9g	0%
Total Sugars 62.0g
Protein 95.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 857.6mg	0%
Iron 30.6mg	0%
Potassium 8810.4mg	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: 22.7%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 58.5%