Recipe of Finnish Karelian Pies

Ingredients

• 2 cups rye flour
• 1 cup wheat flour
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup rice porridge or mashed potatoes
• Egg butter for serving

Directions

1. 1

   Mix rye and wheat flour, then add water and salt. Knead into a smooth dough.

2. 2

   Divide the dough into small balls and roll each into thin rounds.

3. 3

   Place a spoonful of rice porridge or mashed potatoes in the center of each round.

4. 4

   Fold the edges to create a thin crust, leaving the center open.

5. 5

   Bake at 450°F (230°C) for 10-15 minutes until golden.

6. 6

   Serve with a dollop of egg butter. Enjoy your homemade Karjalanpiirakka!