Sienikastike (finnish Mushroom Sauce)
Sienikastike, or Finnish Mushroom Sauce, is a classic Finnish dish that is perfect for drizzling over mashed potatoes or serving with meatballs. This creamy and flavorful sauce is a staple in Finnish cuisine and is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 250g mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms, and sauté until the mushrooms are golden brown and the onions are soft.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir to combine.
- Slowly pour in the vegetable broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, or until it has thickened.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the sienikastike hot over mashed potatoes or alongside meatballs.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large skillet Stirring spoon
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Sienikastike is best served hot over creamy mashed potatoes or as a topping for Finnish meatballs. It can also be served with roasted vegetables for a delicious vegetarian option.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can use a combination of different mushroom varieties such as porcini, chanterelle, and button mushrooms.
Cost
$10