Vegetarian Karjalanpaisti

Discover a plant-based twist on a Finnish classic with this hearty Vegetarian Karjalanpaisti recipe! Packed with rustic root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and turnip, alongside button mushrooms for added depth, this dish delivers comforting, slow-cooked flavors without the meat. Seasoned with aromatic bay leaves, allspice berries, black peppercorns, and thyme, the broth becomes a soul-warming base that perfectly complements the tender vegetables. Best of all, this vegetarian stew is easy to prepare, simmering to perfection in just a couple of hours. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley, and pair it with crusty bread for an authentic Nordic-inspired meal. Ideal for cozy dinners or weekend gatherings, this recipe is simple, wholesome, and packed with flavor—perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking to add more meat-free meals to their repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 medium carrots
• 2 medium parsnips
• 4 medium potatoes
• 1 medium turnip
• 250 grams button mushrooms
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 1 liter vegetable broth
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 5 whole allspice berries
• 5 whole black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and turnip into large chunks.

Step 2

Clean and halve the button mushrooms.

Step 3

Peel and slice the onion and garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the mushrooms to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes until the mushrooms have released their moisture and are slightly browned.

Step 6

Add the chopped carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and turnip to the pot.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaves, allspice berries, black peppercorns, dried thyme, and salt.

Step 8

Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot, either on its own or with a side of crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2797.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1848.8

Total Fat 46.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.7g
Cholesterol 4.4mg	0%
Sodium 5351.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 327.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.1g	0%
Total Sugars 60.2g
Protein 54.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 569.9mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 8951.4mg	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: 21.4%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 67.4%