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Kålrotsbiff (rutabaga steak)

A golden patty made from grated rutabaga, onion and egg, very common in the Åland Islands. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, it is served with mashed potatoes and a brown sauce.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Peel the rutabaga and grate it finely. Slice the onion.
  2. Cook the grated rutabaga and onion in a pot of boiling salted water for 10 minutes, then drain very well, pressing out the liquid.
  3. Let cool for 5 minutes, then mix with the beaten eggs, flour, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  4. Shape patties about 1.5 cm thick with damp hands.
  5. Heat the butter and oil in a pan over medium heat.
  6. Fry the patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until well browned with a crust.
  7. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with the mashed potatoes.

Variations and tips

Herb version. Add a tablespoon of chopped parsley and dill to the mixture for a fresher taste.

Using what's available here. Rutabaga is easily replaced with yellow turnip or celeriac.

More ideas

Original Ecomely recipe.